Laboratory Assistant PRN, Acute
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all-private-bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center.
About the Location
Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. Here, there is always something for all ages, whether it's outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.
Why Join Us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
About the Role
The Laboratory Assistant will perform basic laboratory duties, including phlebotomy, specimen collection, and waived testing. Responsibilities include:
- Ordering, processing, and distributing laboratory specimens.
- Reviewing pending reports, manifests, etc., for outstanding lab results.
- Assisting other lab personnel with specimen storage and retrieval to ensure Turn Around Times (TATs) are met.
- Maintaining inventory for phlebotomy services, reference lab supplies, and departmental office supplies.
- Performing phlebotomy duties.
- Assisting with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing, and transporting specimens.
- Maintaining work areas in a safe, aseptic, and organized manner.
- Performing clerical duties, including answering phones, data entry, and filing.
- Communicating test results to appropriate healthcare providers.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- 1-3 years of previous experience in phlebotomy preferred.
- Phlebotomy Certification preferred.