LAB ASSISTANT I

The Lab Assistant I performs phlebotomy and reception duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Registers and greets patients, reviews/obtain lab orders, post lab charges, release lab orders, informs, generates and posts bills and collects payments.
• Performs blood draw in an accurate and timely manner.
• Explains to patients how to collect random or timed urine, sputum, feces or semen sample accurately.
• Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT-1) certificate issued by the State of California
• High school certificate/GED certificate required.
• Must be proficient in using computers.
• 1+ years experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is a plus.
• Knowledge of EPIC system is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Current documentation of Basic Life Support is required.

LANGUAGE:

• Must be able to read and write English
• Ability to speak Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin) required.
• Fluency in another language is an asset.

STATUS:

• This is a FLSA Non-exempt position.
• This is an OSHA high-risk position.
• This is a Full Time position.

NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).