Clinical Lab Technician

Medlink Georgia • Bowman, GA

6d • $17 - $19

About The Position

MedLink Georgia is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Clinical Lab Technician to support healthcare professionals in delivering patient-centered care. The technician performs phlebotomy and routine in-house laboratory studies, prepares specimens for outside testing, maintains laboratory equipment and supplies, and follows established quality-control and safety procedures. The role also includes patient education and communication, occupational health visit support, clerical work, and participation in team and community health activities.

Requirements

• Certification as a Laboratory Technician, Phlebotomist, or Medical Assistant.
• At least one year of experience in the medical field, completion of an approved internship program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture according to established procedures and perform routine in-house laboratory studies.
• Match computer orders with specimen labels, sort and check specimens, log them, arrange reports for delivery, and keep work surfaces clean and orderly.
• Run standards and controls; verify equipment function through routine maintenance and troubleshooting; calibrate equipment using approved procedures; and monitor quality-control measures and protocols.
• Prepare specimens for outside laboratory studies.
• Maintain knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes.
• Maintain equipment, keep the laboratory stocked with adequate supplies, and keep the workspace organized.
• Sterilize medical equipment and maintain it in good working order.
• Use personal protective equipment appropriately and follow safe work practices.
• Follow clinic guidelines and protocols and participate in developing new ones.
• Share information gathered from patients with appropriate team members to support comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients about procedures and document education as appropriate for the test being performed.
• Assist with occupational health visits according to established protocols.
• Complete paperwork and clerical duties as needed, including answering phones and entering information into computers.
• Manage a personal inbox and assist with calling patients about laboratory test results.
• Participate in community health and disease prevention activities.
• Participate in daily team huddles as required or requested.
• Participate in staff development programs and promote team cohesiveness.
• Treat staff, practitioners, visitors, and patients with dignity and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed