SR LAB ASSISTANT

Covenant Health; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking a Senior Laboratory Assistant for Fort Loudoun Medical Center. This PRN/OCC role handles specimen collection and registration, supports lab and imaging reports, and ensures accurate data entry. The position involves varied shifts and local travel as needed.

Candidate must have basic computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and phlebotomy ability; certification is desirable, with licensure requirements as applicable. Flexible hours per pay period offered.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills, medical terminology, registration and phlebotomy skills required or strongly preferred.
• Formal education not specified; equivalent work experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in orientation and training of new and existing employees.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; notify manager when repairs are needed.
• Monitor and order supplies; manage inventory via the Matkon system.
• Review and verify physician orders; ensure accurate lab documentation and billing.
• Support new projects, develop procedures, and participate in quality initiatives.
• Local travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Registration

Phlebotomy

Job description

Fort Loudoun Overview

Fort Loudoun Medical Center , part of Covenant Health, is an 87,000-square-foot hospital serving Loudon County and surrounding communities. Based in Lenoir City, TN, with more than 200 physicians across 29 specialties, the facility offers advanced technology including MRI, CT, ultrasound, diagnostic X-rays, women’s imaging, and nuclear medicine unique to the region. Featuring private patient rooms and comprehensive services such as emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments, our dedicated team of physicians, staff, and volunteers is committed to providing excellent care to every patient, every time.

Overview

Senior Laboratory Assistant

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours Per Pay Period, Varied Shifts

Fort Loudoun Overview

Fort Loudoun Medical Center , part of Covenant Health, is an 87,000-square-foot hospital serving Loudon County and surrounding communities. Based in Lenoir City, TN, with more than 200 physicians across 29 specialties, the facility offers advanced technology including MRI, CT, ultrasound, diagnostic X-rays, women’s imaging, and nuclear medicine unique to the region. Featuring private patient rooms and comprehensive services such as emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments, our dedicated team of physicians, staff, and volunteers is committed to providing excellent care to every patient, every time.

Position Summary

An employee in this position must be able to perform at an advanced level in the following areas: collection and proper handling of venous and capillary specimens as appropriate; registration of outpatients in a timely, safe and courteous manner; registration of patients, Lab contracts, and specimens ensuring that all registration data is accurate and complete; prepares, checks for accuracy, and implements charting of Laboratory, Pathology and Imaging reports as needed. Must be able to perform duties of Lab Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the orientation and training of new and existing employees.
• Responsible for care, maintenance, trouble-shooting and notification of the Manager when equipment is in need of repair or replacement (i.e. laser printers, line printers, fax machines, copying machines, etc.).
• Responsible for maintaining proper inventory of supplies by monitoring and ordering supplies through the Matkon system as needed.
• Responsible for the daily quality review of written physician’s orders to detect errors in test orders, diagnosis, physician’s name, insurance coverage, etc. and timely correction of errors.
• Responsible for the generation, verification, and submission of contract billing.
• Assists in the implementation and evaluation of new projects including the development of policies and procedures.
• Local travel required.
• Responsible for checking and follow-up of incomplete reference Lab reports.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience

Basic computer skills, medical terminology, registration and phlebotomy skills or equivalent combination of clinical/clerical skills.

Licensure Requirement

Certification by NCA, ASCP or comparable institution is desirable. Employee must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license Class D and state mandated minimum insurance coverage. Driving record must meet Covenant Health minimum standards at the date of hire and throughout employment tenure.