Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant
Position Summary Draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies and updates patient demographic records and insurance/financial information, and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Performs phlebotomy-related work along with additional duties related to histology, specimen processing, or lab front desk.

Responsibilities

• Performs order entry and transcribes diagnosis codes into LIS and scans lab requisitions into electronic health record
• Receives specimens and performs all pre-analytical processes related to lab testing
• Verifies records and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis; follows up with referring laboratories for missing information as needed
• Collects demographic and insurance information from incoming patients at the point of service
• Verifies active payer sources for patients
• Communicates basic financial policies as pertaining to insurance coverage
• Obtains required signatures on the various clinical and financial consent forms
• Creates image of insurance and identification cards
• Managing incoming phone calls to Lab, triaging requests for information or assistance appropriately
• May provide off-site lab draw services as required based on eligibility, including driving and/or riding in company vehicle to campus location(s)
• Performs all assigned duties related to the designated area of the lab
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Works under immediate supervision
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Documentation of training from a recognized Phlebotomy school or program OR a minimum of 1 year Phlebotomy or related medical training and experience in a clinical, hospital, or laboratory setting required
• Certificate of successful completion of written and/or practical Phlebotomy examination for ASCP, or similar accredited Phlebotomy certification agency found to be acceptable by the laboratory director and/or supervisory staff preferred
• Driving record will be checked upon hire and annually to determine eligibility to drive and/or transport passengers to off-site lab draw locations, as applicable. Those who do not meet insurability requirements will not be permitted to drive.
• BLS required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop crouch or bend
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.

About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility.
  
  Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we’ll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth…