Phlebotomy & Lab Support Specialist

Talentify; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental vision and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Competitive pay with shift differentia

Wellness program and discounts

PerkSpot discounts

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect blood samples and update patient demographics and insurance data. The role supports histology, specimen processing, and front desk tasks as needed. Excellent attention to detail and adherence to procedures are essential.

Responsibilities include entering orders into LIS/EHR, handling specimens, verifying records, and communicating with payers. Some duties may involve off-site draws in company vehicles, with supervision guiding daily

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year phlebotomy or related medical training/experience preferred.
• ASCP or similar phlebotomy certification preferred.
• BLS required.
• Valid driver’s license; insurable to drive to off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• Performs order entry and transcribes diagnosis codes into LIS and scans requisitions into EHR.
• Receives specimens and performs pre-analytical processes for lab testing.
• Verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis; follows up with referring labs for missing info.
• Collects demographic and insurance information from patients at point of service.
• Verifies active payer sources for patients and communicates basic financial policies.
• Obtains required signatures on clinical and financial consent forms.
• Creates image of insurance and ID cards; handles incoming calls and triages requests.
• May perform off-site lab draw services as required; may drive to campus locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned; works under supervision and follows established guidelines.
• Maintains regular attendance as an essential function.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy certification/training

ASCP certification (phlebotomy)

Tools

LIS / EHR systems

Specimen processing

Job description

Kootenai Health is seeking a Lab Assistant to collect blood samples and update patient demographics and insurance data. The role supports histology, specimen processing, and front desk tasks as needed. Excellent attention to detail and adherence to procedures are essential.

Responsibilities include entering orders into LIS/EHR, handling specimens, verifying records, and communicating with payers. Some duties may involve off-site draws in company vehicles, with supervision guiding daily