Laboratory Assistant

Eastern Nephrology Associates • Greenville, NC

22d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist serves patients by identifying appropriate methods for collecting specimens, accurately ordering and preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing other laboratory testing procedures as trained. This is an onsite, patient-facing role requiring in-office presence for real-time collaboration with providers, direct interaction with patients and caregivers, and secure handling of health data in compliance with HIPAA. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The role is normally performed in an interior office environment. The employee must be able to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities. Work includes exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials. The employee must be able to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including excellent keyboarding skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and email, Allscripts, and an EMR system.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to support offsite locations as necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient and medical information and knowledge of HIPAA and other compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and caregivers; excellent written and oral communication skills, including English usage, grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate sound decision-making, attention to detail, and evaluative judgment.
• Strong record-keeping, organization, and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple assignments and interruptions.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, work effectively with diverse constituencies, accept direction, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to maintain a positive, professional, tactful, and diplomatic attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and show energy and commitment to the organization.
• Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, with hand carts used for heavier loads; accurate eyesight for reading and recording job-related and patient information.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience drawing blood.
• Other laboratory testing experience, including waived and/or non-waived testing.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens by performing venipunctures and collect other specimens as required.
• Track collected specimens by documenting initials, collection date and time, and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
• Resolve unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing personnel, mid-level providers, or laboratory personnel; refer unresolved orders to the originator for clarification and notify the supervisor.
• Verify test requisitions by comparing the information with the order and bringing discrepancies to the attention of laboratory or clinic personnel.
• Attend and complete required in-service training.
• Follow OSHA safety rules and regulations and participate in annual safety training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED