Lab Support Lead - Specimens & Processing

experiencedAlliedHealth; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is hiring for a Lab Support Services Specialist (LS-SS) at Kennestone Hospital in Georgia. The role supports laboratory services, performs specimen processing, and may lead in the absence of supervisors.

Strong communication and customer service are essential, with proficiency in handling multiple computer systems. Minimum 3 years of specimen processing experience in a hospital or outpatient lab is required; certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a hospital or outpatient laboratory environment preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership within area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead duties when supervisor/manager is absent; act as a lead in assigned area.
• Operate multiple computer systems with accuracy in specimen processing.
• Communicate effectively with customers while maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Perform specimen receipt, processing, and phlebotomy tasks as required.

Skills

Lab operations

Leadership

Customer service

Data entry

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

HIS/LIS systems

Job description

Wellstar Health System is hiring for a Lab Support Services Specialist (LS-SS) at Kennestone Hospital in Georgia. The role supports laboratory services, performs specimen processing, and may lead in the absence of supervisors.

Strong communication and customer service are essential, with proficiency in handling multiple computer systems. Minimum 3 years of specimen processing experience in a hospital or outpatient lab is required; certification preferred.