Summary

Position Summary

A Laboratory Assistant Non-Technical registers patients/specimens by validating and keying correct demographic and billing information and performs compliant order verification. Orders lab procedures in the LIS. Accessions and processes all types of patient specimens in preparation for testing in the various sections of the laboratory. A Laboratory Assistant Non-Technical must follow established laboratory standards, practices, and procedures.  Understands and complies with the Behavior Standards and department policies, procedures and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience

• Intermediate level of computer knowledge and experience

License/Registration/Certifications       

• N/A

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• N/A

Preferred Experience

• Prior laboratory experience or hospital registration experience
• Knowledge of ICD-10 coding
• Knowledge of insurance

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications   

• N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position while responding calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Must be able to work as a team member, demonstrating good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally with physicians, management and staff.
• Must be able to make decisions and use appropriate judgment.
• Registration of patients/specimens following all procedures as outlined.
• Receive, accession, and process all types of inpatient and outpatient specimens.
• Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families, and visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.
• Whiles these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Additional Information

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS) offers a full spectrum of services through six hospital campuses: Spartanburg Medical Center, Spartanburg Medical Center — Mary Black Campus, Pelham Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center, Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care and Union Medical Center. SRHS also includes Ellen Sagar Nursing Center and Woodruff Manor. SRHS provides unparalleled cancer care through Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute, with locations in Spartanburg, Greer, Union and Gaffney. The multidisciplinary Medical Group of the Carolinas has more than 600 physicians across Upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina. SRHS employs more than 9,000 associates and offers outpatient surgery centers and a Level I Trauma Center.

Founded on Aug. 29, 1921, as Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg Regional celebrates over 100 years of excellence.

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