Laboratory Assistant Part Time days -Weekends

Capefearvalley; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant for part-time weekend shifts. This role involves crucial specimen processing and supporting clinical testing in a fast-paced environment. You will engage in tasks like patient registration, sample collection, and performing point-of-care testing. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and phlebotomy training, along with strong communication and customer service skills. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will support vital healthcare services and make a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Phlebotomy training required; certification eligibility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing functions and non-technical duties.
• Support clinical testing by preparing slides and reporting results.
• Collect samples and assess sample acceptability.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of laboratory functions

Ability to work collaboratively

Adaptability to additional hours and shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training

Job description

Laboratory Assistant Part Time Days - Weekends

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Location: Hoke Hospital, Raeford, North Carolina

Department: Core Laboratory

Job Family: Allied Health

Work Shift: Weekends (United States of America)

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Technical Specialist and Manager, performs specimen processing functions and non-technical duties. Works in various laboratory areas, including registering patients, collecting samples, and assessing sample acceptability. Processes samples for testing, including centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, and shipping. Supports clinical testing by preparing slides, loading instruments, and reporting results. Performs waived and point-of-care testing, as well as phlebotomy.

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or GED required. Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills preferred.
• Phlebotomy training required; certification eligibility is preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• One year of full-time specimen processing, phlebotomy, or equivalent experience preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to accept responsibility, make decisions, and work collaboratively.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the section.
• Operate laboratory equipment at sitting or standing levels.
• Adaptability to additional hours, shifts, and stress.
• Effective communication skills, including listening, writing, speaking, and reading, via telephone, LIS, email, and verbally.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory functions, specimen requirements, and processing.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Phlebotomy certification or eligibility is preferred.

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