Satellite Lab Assist II - Full Time - Days

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

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About The Position

Responsible for performing various technical and non-technical tasks in a non-hospital-based office. The role includes specimen collection, patient registration in the hospital information system, electrocardiograms, and related routine office practices. The individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Heart Saver (HS) certification.
• At least one year of previous phlebotomy experience.
• Excellent customer service orientation and ability to deal effectively with hospital personnel, outside customers, and community groups.
• Typing proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with common medical billing procedures.
• Successful completion of an EKG program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples using appropriate phlebotomy techniques.
• Schedule glucose tolerance tests and coordinate testing, including fasting glucose collection, administration of glucola, and timed venipunctures.
• Perform on-site glucose testing using a glucometer.
• Prepare specimens for testing, including centrifuging and freezing serum as required.
• Answer incoming phone calls using proper telephone etiquette.
• Maintain adequate supplies at the satellite location.
• Verify that reports for testing requested from the satellite location are complete.
• Sort and mail reports.
• Register patients in the hospital information system or collect patient information for retrospective registration.
• Perform on-site EKGs as scheduled.
• Maintain a log of all tests ordered.
• Keep equipment and the work area clean and professional.
• Collect throat cultures.

What This Job Offers

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