Laboratory Assistant (PRN), Acute

About the role

A Laboratory Assistant at Centerpoint Health - Winchester plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely laboratory testing. This position requires a combination of technical skills and strong interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review providers' orders, quick-register patients when needed, and enter appropriate laboratory tests per requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers before all collections.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens per policy.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling/transport.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Cooky coordination therapeutic drug-monitoring collections with nursing to align dose and draw time.
• Resolve unusual/unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; escalate unresolved issues to the supervisor.
• Process specimens and distribute to appropriate internal lab sections or ship to reference laboratories according to policy.
• Maintain par levels and assist with weekly departmental inventory of supplies.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A current high school diploma.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

• Phlebotomy skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

The pay range for this position is determined based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is PRN | As Needed.