Clinical Lab Assistant - Atrium Health Primary Care Riverbend Family Medicine Mt. Holly FT

Job Summary

Performs basic venipuncture procedures and urine macroscopic analysis. Prepares urine cultures to be sent to laboratory. Draws blood specimens by either venipuncture or micro method. Assists nurses and physicians as needed.

Essential Functions
 

• Confirms patient identification and procedure information for accuracy on requisition.
• Draws and delivers blood specimens to the appropriate laboratory.
• Collects and packages urine samples that are sent to the lab for urine cultures.
• Records the patient's name and identification on each specimen.
• Maintains cleanliness, orderliness, and laboratory supplies within work area.
• Inventories and orders laboratory supplies.
• Performs daily quality control checks for all waived tests performed in the laboratory.

 

Physical Requirements
 

 

Stretching, bending, lifting, twisting, squatting, or kneeling is required. May require walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and assisting patients. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Exposure to biohazardous material. Teammates have the responsibility to work in a safe manner.

Education, Experience and Certifications
 

High School Diploma or GED required. Must have successfully completed a college or hospital based phlebotomy course.

 

Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.

We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.