Laboratory Assistant - Avita Pharmacy

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for drawing blood, performing laboratory tests, preparing samples, and producing accurate and reliable data. In addition, they will follow strict adherence to medical procedures, abide by safety guidelines, and maintain equipment. The Laboratory Assistant will also contribute to the collection of valid results in a laboratory environment.

This is a clinic-based position, located in the Midtown area of Atlanta, GA (2140 Peachtree Rd.)

General work hours are Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. 

About the Role:

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture for patients.
•  Correctly identify, label, and process patient specimens (Blood, Urine, Swabs, etc.) for testing or shipment to reference laboratory.
•  Verifies patient identification using 2 identifiers and explains collection procedures to patients.
•  Maintains specimen integrity by using sterile technique and following department procedures.
•  Performs administrative tasks related to laboratory record-keeping, processes billing information and collect payments when required.
• Assists in updating laboratory documents and departmental forms
•  Works closely with technologists to ensure specimens are processed timely and accurately.
•  Escalates issues or concerns to laboratory manager
•  Assists with preventative maintenance activities for laboratory equipment and instruments.
•  Prepares laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under technologist supervision
•  Organizes patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and technologist review
•  Follows all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance
•  Performs all other duties as assigned.

About You:

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or higher preferred, especially in a related health field 
• Phlebotomist certification preferred
• First aid certification preferred
• Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician a plus
• One year of laboratory experience required
• Hospital lab experience preferred
• Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks
• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to producing accurate work in a timely, efficient manner
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment
• Proactively identify problems and provide effective solutions if/when appropriate
• Must have a positive attitude, be energetic and flexible, compassionate, have excellent phone etiquette, and provide exceptional customer service 

At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all. We’re committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care. Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality. Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.

Avita Care Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package:

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible team members and their families, along with additional company paid and voluntary benefit offerings.

Six company paid holidays and three personal floating holidays, paid time off (PTO), paid leaves - two weeks paid parental leave, bereavement, sick leave, time to vote and jury duty, award recognition program, professional learning and development opportunities.

Company paid benefits – basic life and AD&D, Maven and Health Care Advocate Work/Life Balance Program, health/dependent flexible spending.

Voluntary benefits – long and short-term disability, pet insurance, legal, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, whole and supplementary life insurance, identity theft protection, 401(K) retirement savings plan with company match.

All benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.