Clinical Lab Assistant PRN, Wilkes Campus

Job Summary:  Provides quality laboratory service to medical providers in a customer-service-oriented environment. Obtains and processes laboratory specimens, performs order entry and performs minor laboratory testing. Responsible for obtaining and processing blood/urine specimens from patients.

Position Highlights:

• PRN
• Variable shifts, variable hours
• Wilkes Campus

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

•  Receives lab orders from providers, prepares necessary documentation, and performs all routine laboratory tests.
• Maintains necessary documentation for all tests according to standards and labeling all specimens following set standards. Maintains knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes.
• Maintains equipment, keeps area clean, stocks supply and keeps workspace organized.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination.  Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.
• Performs minor laboratory procedures accurately, precisely, and efficiently under minimal supervision including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology.
• Perform phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture following established procedures in accordance with age specific considerations of patients. Observes strict principles of antisepsis to prevent infection of patient and contamination of specimens.
• Receives and collects urine specimens to perform all routine tests.
• Performs specimen preparation for all procedures/tests.
• Maintains supplies inventory communicating needs to supervisor.
• Reports varying in-house test results in addition to all abnormal findings to clinical staff.
• Complies with all policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness, and infection control. Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination. Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.
• Follows general safety procedures and utilizes PPE appropriately.

What You Will Need:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of infectious disease protocols, practices, and prevention. 
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology and computer applications required.

Nice To Have (Not Required):

• Certification as laboratory assistant, phlebotomist, or medical assistant preferred.

Where You Will Work:

• Wilkes County is a community located in North Carolina, known for its rich history and scenic beauty. Situated in the western part of the state, Wilkes County boasts a diverse landscape that includes rolling hills, lush forests, and the Yadkin River, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Wilkes County has a strong sense of community, with many local events and festivals that bring residents together. Agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare are key industries in the area, providing employment opportunities for its residents.
• Overall, Wilkes County offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and a close-knit community, making it a unique and welcoming place to live or visit in North Carolina.
• If you're inclined towards clinical practice, research, or administrative roles, choosing a healthcare career in Wilkes County, NC, provides an opportunity to become an integral part of a healthcare ecosystem that prioritizes excellence, compassion, and the community's welfare. Come join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and vibrancy of North Wilkesboro, NC, where healthcare isn't just a job but a noble calling.

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s two main components are an integrated clinical system – anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem – that includes Brenner Children’s Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and b