Laboratory Assistant II

Job TitleLaboratory Assistant II

Day Shift

Your experience matters

Sovah Health - Danville is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Laboratory Assistant II joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.

How youll contribute

ALaboratory AssistantIIwho excels in this role:

• Review providers orders quick-register patients when needed and enter appropriate laboratory tests per requisition.
• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to all collections.
• Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture finger stick or heel stick; collect urine throat and nasal specimens per policy.
• Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling/transport.
• Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy.
• Performs technical and clerical functions in one or more sections of the laboratory
• Handles telephone inquiries performs computer and billing functions

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Applicants should have a high school diploma preferred.

Additional requirements include:

• Phlebotomy Certification(ASCP or ASPT) or equivalent required within two years of employment
• BLS required
• One year of experience in phlebotomy preferred
• One year of experience in specimen processing and/or lab billing preferred
• Effective English communication (read/write/speak).
• Ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

More about Sovah Health

Sovah Health - Danvilleis a 250-bed acute care hospitalthat has been offering exceptional care to the Danville community for over 120 years. We are proud to be accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure and accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and is a member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.

EEOC Statement

Sovah Health - Danvilleis an Equal Opportunity Health - Danvilleis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.