Laboratory Assistant

Summary

The Lab Assistant performs venipuncture, electrocardiograms, and specimen processing, including waived/moderate testing. They work as part of a care team, assisting physicians and engaging in continuous quality improvement practices within a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care. The ideal candidate will have specimen processing experience, but it is not required. Applicants need to be reliable and punctual and have the ability to work independently or part of a team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At East Arkansas Family Health Center, we believe health starts with caring — for our patients, our community, and our staff. You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values growth, balance, and purpose.

✨ Our Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive health (Company paid), dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays and sick time
• Retirement plan (after 1 year of employment) with employer match up to 4%
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and caring team culture

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform venipuncture on pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Conduct electrocardiograms
• Execute waived/moderate lab tests and maintain quality control records
• Utilize electronic medical records for in-house and send-out lab testing
• Prepare specimens for transport, including centrifugation and aliquoting
• Maintain logs and records of patient test results
• Understand and communicate medical terminology
• Attend health fairs and special events for EAFHC advancement
• Participate in monthly clinical staff meetings and quality improvement practices
• Engage in daily team huddles and communicate necessary information
• Complete continual job training processes
• Reconcile providers' laboratory results.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform duties as instructed.
• High school graduate.
• Specialized training with certification in phlebotomy

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Laboratory: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Phlebotomy certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person