Clerk - Providence Hospital

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate and complete records; registers walk-ins and drop-ins for lab; answers phones and reads lab reports; receives blood specimens and keys in with requisition; verifies patient name, medical record number and FIN; registers and/or orders tests as necessary and prints specimen labels; accurately labels specimens according to laboratory policy ensuring positive specimen identification at all times; delivers specimens to appropriate laboratory section; receives patient in LIN using appropriate client code; delivers specimen labels to phlebotomist section for sample collection; produces paperwork and packing slips using the Laboratory Information System (LIS); packs samples according to packing list sequence; sends to appropriate referral laboratory; prepares various reports throughout shift to verify collection status, duplicate orders, and fax status; reviews outpatient orders using LIS and faxes reports upon completion; maintains clean, neat and efficient work area; abides by and enforces all compliance requirements; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; responds to overhead pages; regular and prompt attendance and the ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.