GREAT Happens Here! Did you start a career in healthcare to do great things? Come work for NKC Health in our Outpatient Clinic in Platte City as a Lab Assistant, where you can be a part of something GREAT! Join our lab team at NKC Health, where you'll be part of a dedicated group of professionals caring for patients. Responsibilities Under the direction of Clinical Supervisors, Medical Laboratory Scientists and Lab Coordinators performs receptionist, processor, and phlebotomist duties to serve patients with compassion and empathy. Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws on patients of all ages Properly label, handle, and transport specimens to the laboratory to ensure integrity and accuracy Communicate professionally with nursing staff, physicians, and lab personnel regarding specimen needs or issues Register patients accurately by collecting and verifying demographic, insurance, and billing information Communicate effectively with clinical departments to resolve registration or order issues Accurately enter and verify patient and specimen data Provide courteous, professional service to the patients and families Follow infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and hospital safety regulations at all times Experience 1-2 years phlebotomy experience in a Clinic setting -PREFERRED License/Certification/Education High school Diploma or Equivalent-REQUIRED BENEFITS Happen Here! Here are just a few of our great benefits! Educational Assistance Retirement Plan with Employer Match On Site Fitness Center on Main Campus Paid Time Off Health. Vision and Dental Coverage
North Kansas City Hospital and Meritas Health are now NKC Health. For nearly 70 years, we’ve worked to improve the health and well-being of patients and families across our region. As NKC Health, we keep that promise every day by bringing innovative, comprehensive care that’s always delivered with kindness. With more than 4,700 staff members — including over 600 dedicated physicians — along with specialists and caregivers across 35 locations and counting, we offer everything you need to live your healthiest life. We can’t wait to welcome you.