Lab Clerk

The Laboratory Clerk processes the delivery of all incoming laboratory specimens. This includes registration, order entry, and receipt of all laboratory samples into the LIS system. After pre‑analytic processing, the clerical staff member will then deliver all specimens to the Analytical area of the lab for Medical Technologist to complete testing. All clerical staff members are also responsible for the outpatient area for pre‑employment laboratory processing of all LCMH employees and pre‑op laboratory services.

Clerical staff members will complete daily temperature and disinfection checks. They are the laboratory’s first line of customer service representation, answering and responding to questions or concerns presented by hospital staff or outside organizations.

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• Registers patients in the laboratory computer accurately and timely.
• Obtains a copy of the patients photo  insurance card (if applicable and available) and scans documents to accounts ensuring clarity.
• Collects updated demographic information and accurately codes all patient data, including contact numbers, emergency contact, mailing address, living will information, email address, marital status, etc.
• Orders laboratory tests accurately.
• Receives specimens into the laboratory computer system accurately and timely.
• Collects LCMH pre‑employment drug screens using chain of custody.
• Fax results to physicians.
• Answers the telephone and provides information or relays messages to appropriate personnel.
• Ensures proper collection for specimen integrity.
• Maintains cleanliness of the outpatient area.
• Utilizes proper hand washing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and an in‑depth knowledge of specimen collection tools and techniques.
• Basic computer skills; basic mathematics skills.

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, talking, and hearing required.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 10 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Risk of exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and tuberculosis.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Requires mental competence and alertness, dexterity and accuracy of physical movements, clear, concise, and pleasant speaking abilities, accurate hearing, visual acuity, and emotional stability.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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• Hospitals and Health Care

Location:

Lake Charles, LA

Salary: $19,975.00 – $19,975.00