Lab Assistant
Description:
The Lab Assistant is the "face of the lab". They interact with patients and hospital personnel. They use the computer system to register the patient and order tests. They collect specimens on inpatients and outpatients, tracking the specimens in the computer and transporting them to the lab for testing. They may perform collections for DOT and other contracted service urine drug screens.
Starting salary:
$10.50 - $13.50
Company benefits:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
shift differential
Holiday differential
Paid leave accrual
High school courses important to the position:
Communication/speech
English reading/writing
Computer basics
Training, certifications, or degree needed to qualify for the position:
High School diploma
Phlebotomy certificate or lab assistant certification is desirable, but not required
Drivers license
Specific skills that your business recognizes as fundamental to employment (life skills):
Critical thinking
Multicultural sensitivity
Patient focused
Communicate with diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds
Manage stress
Resourceful (with supplies, situations)
Advancement opportunities in the company:
Learn to do CLIA waived testing in the lab. Learn to help with billing work queues. Participate in Outreach lab draws for employee wellness programs.
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