Medical Lab Assistant

Overview: Medical Lab Assistant I Location: Novant Health - Forsyth Medical Center Department: Lab Phlebotomy Hours: Full-Time | Fri - Sun 530a - 6p ANTS Ready to turn your lab skills into life-changing results? Join Novant Health , where innovation meets compassion, and every specimen tells a story. Day in the life: Process and prep lab specimens like a pro Perform phlebotomy with care and precision Keep things moving in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment ⚡ Train, grow, and make an impact every single shift What We’re Looking For: ✔ High School Diploma/GED ✔ Phlebotomy Certification (ASCP, AMT, NHA, ASPT, etc.) ✔ A year of lab experience? Even better! ✔ Team player with top-notch attention to detail Why Novant Health? Because remarkable care starts with remarkable people . Get great benefits, career growth, and a team that supports you. Start making a difference today At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. Qualifications: Education: High School or GED required. Experience: One year experience of relevant phlebotomy and/or specimen processing/laboratory experience, CMA or CNA. Licensure/Certification: Phlebotomy Certification from ASCP, ASPT, AMT, NHA or other national accrediting agency as approved by Laboratory Senior Leadership. (Phlebotomy certification is required in facilities where phlebotomy is included as part of job responsibilities) Required. *OR* MLA certification from ASCP or CMLA certification from AMT preferred. Additional Skills/Requirements (required) : For facilities where Phlebotomy is a requirement of the role, phlebotomy certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment. Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tasks. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly. Responsibilities: It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".