Lab Assistant

About This Role

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for obtaining accurate blood samples, assisting with charting tests, performing secretarial duties, and adhering to safety and infection control standards at North Mississippi Health Services.

Responsibilities

• Obtain accurate and adequate blood samples in a timely, confidential, cost-effective manner
• Assist in proper charting of tests
• Perform secretarial duties including answering telephone lines, filing, and monthly report gathering
• Adhere to general safety and infection control standards
• Perform other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability, and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction
• Attend, demonstrate, and participate in required inservices, performance improvement activities (including EXCEL), and other educational programs

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Completed a college-based phlebotomy training program OR Medical assistant program OR A three-month on-the-job training program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or equivalent

Nice to Have

• Previous experience