Laboratory Assistant

Overview

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for drawing blood, performing laboratory tests, preparing samples, and producing accurate and reliable data.

This position is located at the Avita Care Atlanta Clinic, which is based in the Midtown area of Atlanta, GA (2140 Peachtree Rd.). The general work hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture for patients.
• Correctly identify, label, and process patient specimens (Blood, Urine, Swabs, etc.) for testing or shipment to reference laboratory.
• Verify patient identification using 2 identifiers and explain collection procedures to patients.
• Maintain specimen integrity by using sterile technique and following department procedures.
• Perform administrative tasks related to laboratory record-keeping and processes billing information and collect payments when required.
• Assist in updating laboratory documents and departmental forms.
• Work closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately.
• Escalate issues or concerns to the laboratory manager.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities for laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Prepare laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under technologist supervision.
• Organize patient specimens and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review.
• Follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED;
  Associate's degree or higher preferred, especially in a related health field.
• Phlebotomist certification preferred.
• First aid certification preferred.
• Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician a plus.
• One year of laboratory experience required.
• Hospital lab experience preferred.
• Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to producing accurate work in a timely, efficient manner.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proactively identify problems and provide effective solutions if/when appropriate.
• Must have a positive attitude, be energetic and flexible, compassionate, have excellent phone etiquette, and provide exceptional customer service.

At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all. We're committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care.

Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality. Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.

Avita Care Solutions Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package. Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible team members and their families, along with additional company paid and voluntary benefit offerings. Six company paid holidays and three personal floating holidays, paid time off (PTO), paid leaves - two weeks paid parental leave, bereavement, sick leave, time to vote and jury duty, award recognition program, professional learning and development opportunities.

Company paid benefits – basic life and AD&D, Maven and Health Care Advocate Work/Life Balance Program, health/dependent flexible spending. Voluntary benefits – long and short-term disability, pet insurance, legal, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, whole and supplementary life insurance, identity theft protection, 401(K) retirement savings plan with company match. All benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.