Job detail

Laboratory Assistant - Point of Care

TriHealth

#Quality Assurance #CLIA #Phlebotomy #Healthcare #Specimen Collection #JCAHO #LIS #Hospital Setting #HIS #CAP

Quick overview

Perform basic Point of Care Testing (POCT) procedures and procure quality specimens from diverse patient populations. Serve as a laboratory liaison to other departments while ensuring compliance with CAP, CLIA, and JCAHO guidelines.

Requirements summary

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and formal phlebotomy training, with phlebotomy certification preferred. Desired experience includes 1-2 years working within a hospital setting.

high schoolprofessional certificateQuality AssuranceTime ManagementProblem SolvingPatient CareRegulatory CompliancePhlebotomySpecimen ProcurementInterdepartmental LiaisonPoint of Care TestingLIS/HIS Order Entry

Job description

Join TriHealth as a Laboratory Assistant – Point of Care!

TriHealth is a place where skilled, compassionate professionals can grow their careers while making a meaningful impact every day. Our laboratory team plays a vital role in delivering safe, accurate, and timely care, and we empower our associates with the training, support, and collaboration they need to excel. In this role, you’ll work with a wide range of patients, perform essential POCT procedures, and serve as a trusted liaison across departments - all within an organization known for its strong culture, high standards, and commitment to excellence.

As part of TriHealth, you’ll join a workplace that values teamwork, continuous learning, and the expertise you bring. You’ll apply your phlebotomy skills, judgment, and problem‑solving abilities in a setting that prioritizes quality, compliance, and patient-centered service. With clear expectations, supportive leadership, and opportunities to grow, TriHealth is a great place to build a rewarding career in laboratory medicine.

Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you.

Location

• Good Samaritan Hospital at 375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220 [https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Good+Samaritan+Hospital,+375+Dixmyth+Ave,+Cincinnati,+OH+45220/@39.3883118,-84.5117312,15z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x8841b38874569817:0xd5c826664de72fbc!2m2!1d-84.5214193!2d39.1399351?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDUxMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw==]

Work Schedule

Part-Time (48 hours bi-weekly)
Shift Varies
Rotating Weekend and Holiday Commitment

Incentives & Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement - this role offers competitive shift differentials, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional $7 per hour based on shift, hours worked, and organizational guidelines. Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits [https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits]

Job Requirements

High School Degree or GED
Formal Phlebotomy training
Phlebotomy Certification preferred
Desired years of experience: 1-2 years in hospital setting

Job Overview

Performs basic POCT procedures following CAP regulatory requirements.
Procures quality specimens from adult, geriatric, pediatric and infant patients for diagnostic testing according to CLIA, JCAHO and CAP guidelines.
Responsible for the completion of paperwork to meet compliance guidelines set by the OIG which include the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry.
Serves as laboratory liaison to other departments.
The laboratory professional must demonstrate resourcefulness and teamwork and hold a comprehensive knowledge of hospital services.

Job Responsibilities

Ability to Prioritize/Organize/Handle Quantity of Work
Accuracy/Quality/Completeness of Work
Complex Assignments Received/Delegated/Completed
Judgement Skills/Problem Solving Skills
Overall Procedure Knowledge/Quality Assurance Knowledge – including documentation as needed

Other Job-Related Information

Working Conditions

Climbing - Frequently Hearing

Conversation -
Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently Kneeling - Frequently Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely Lifting <50 Lbs - Consistently Pulling - Frequently Pushing - Frequently Reaching - Consistently Sitting - Occasionally Standing - Consistently Stooping - Frequently Talking - Consistently
Use of
Hands -
Consistently
Color
Vision -
Consistently
Visual
Acuity:
Far -
Consistently
Visual
Acuity: Near - Consistently Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve

ALWAYS…
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel

ALWAYS…
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect

ALWAYS…
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value

ALWAYS…
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage

ALWAYS…
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community