Lab Assistant, Marshall Medical Centers South, PRN, Shift Varies
About the Role
Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, coordinates clerical and nursing home functions, including:
- Scheduling and collecting specimens from Nursing and Group Homes
- Coordinating offsite collection site staffing
- Computer registration, order entry, printing, charting, mailing, faxing, and filing of reports
- Accessioning of Pathology/Cytology specimens
- Answering telephone inquiries
- Ensuring accurate charges and billing information
- Conducting employee competency testing
- Reviewing and updating procedure manuals
- Training clerical staff
- Ensuring timely submission of charts to coders
- Reviewing nursing home monthly bills for accuracy
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred
- 2 years of clerical experience after 1 to 2 months of on-the-job training
Skills
- Verbal communication skills to interact with patients and clientele
- Numerical ability to perform calculations by formula
- Form perception and finger dexterity for handling paperwork and keyboards
- Dependability
About Us
Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville and is home to Marshall Medical Centers. As an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, Marshall Medical Centers serves residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000).
With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations, and a team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can receive excellent care close to home, often provided by neighbors and friends.
- Marshall Medical Center South: A 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, opened in 1956.
- Marshall Medical Center North: A 90-bed facility in Guntersville, opened in 1990.
- Gary R. Gore Medical Complex: Located mid-county, housing several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.
Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers ensures patients are treated in an environment where quality and best practices are prioritized.