Lab Assistant - $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!!

Encompass Medical Group•Independence, MO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Encompass Medical Group is an primary care provider group and is dedicated to only the highest standards of healthcare excellence as exemplified in all five of our offices located throughout the Kansas City metro area. Encompass Medical Group is currently recruiting for a full time Certified Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant for our Independence office. Under technical supervision performs limited laboratory procedures requiring technical skills and independent judgment in urinalysis, hematology and chemistry. We are seeking a talented individual that is patient centered and provides excellent customer service. We hope you will consider joining our dynamic team. Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm M-F

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Complete a certifiable Phlebotomy course or other approved training
Maintenance of an active phlebotomy certification required from a nationally recognized organization
Phlebotomy experience required
Can distinguish colors
Demonstrates independent judgment
Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills
Requires coordination and good manual dexterity skills
Demonstrates initiative
Possesses ability to work under stress
Demonstrates ability to organize
Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
Lifting up to 40 lbs. may be required
Wearing of protective masks, gloves, and goggles as necessary to prevent injury or contamination

Responsibilities

Maintain active phlebotomy certification required from one of the following nationally-recognized organizations: NHA, NAHP, ASCP, ACA, ASPT, NPA, AMT, NCPE, NPS, NCCT
Serves as the main patient greeter and liaison between lab personnel and customers, both internal and external
Receives all incoming calls for the department and, if necessary, refers them to the appropriate laboratory personnel after collecting all pertinent patient data
Collects appropriate specimens for lab testing according to lab protocols and state and federal regulatory agencies
Verifies and identifies patient by name and date of birth
Properly labels all specimen containers with correct patient information
Directs and advises patients on techniques for the proper collection of specimens
Prepares and processes both in-house and clinic blood and other body fluids as required prior to transporting to external reference laboratory
Performs data entry of patient information and lab tests
Notifies patients or other clinics of any necessary redraws and notifies provider of any improperly collected samples
Interacts closely with other laboratory personnel to ensure smooth and efficient work flow
Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered and specimen received
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of both the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Laboratory Information systems (Labdaq)
Performs other duties as directed by supervisor