Laboratory Assistant I - PRN

ECU Health Medical Center • Roanoke Rapids, NC

8d • $18 - $23

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant processes outpatient test requests. The role performs venous and capillary blood collection and processes specimens for analysis and reference testing. With supervision, the assistant may perform waived and moderately complex testing, conduct chain-of-custody drug collections, and provide other laboratory support services as assigned. The position maintains documentation required by accrediting agencies and performs work consistent with written procedures and regulatory requirements. The assistant supports departmental goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and integration of intra- and interdepartmental activities.

Requirements

• High school education, equivalent, or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a structured phlebotomy training course and clinical rotation is recommended.
• Six months of experience in a hospital or reference laboratory setting, physician office, outpatient clinic, or other medical setting is preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification by ASCP or another nationally recognized certifying agency is preferred. Listed examples include NHA CLPlb, PBT(ASCP), IAPS, NPA, ASPT, NPCE, NPS, AMT, or another national certification approved by Laboratory Service Line leadership.

Responsibilities

• Process outpatient test requests.
• Collect venous and capillary blood specimens for analysis.
• Process specimens for analysis and reference testing.
• With supervision, perform waived and moderately complex testing.
• Perform chain-of-custody drug collections and other laboratory support services as assigned.
• Maintain documentation required to comply with accrediting agencies.
• Perform duties consistent with written procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support departmental goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and integration of intra- and interdepartmental activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED