Phlebotomist

Location: Cleveland, TN

Why Ascend?

Come work for a company that is transforming the industry!

We are Ascend Clinical, LLC., one of the highest volume clinical laboratories in the United States. With the use of the most advanced tools and technology, we process millions of tests each month. For over 30 years, we have been delivering industry-leading service and excellence in testing. At Ascend, we are relentless about innovation and growing to pioneer the future of clinical and environmental laboratory testing.

Ascend is unlike most companies, offering the discipline of a healthcare leader and the mentality of a tech startup. As a company that is on the leading edge, we are seeking individuals with a similar mindset who enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for performing high-quality blood draws/specimen collection in alignment with Ascend Clinical procedures and standards. Key responsibilities include preparing and processing specimens, inclusive of centrifuging, labeling, and maintaining organized phlebotomy works areas while ensuring accurate patient identification at all times. The position also supports the shipment and return of specimens to Ascend Clinical for testing, maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment designated for Ascend Clinical services. Additional duties may be assigned to support overall and operational needs. The schedule for this role will be Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM-4:00 PM in Cleveland, TN.

Responsibilities:

• Perform only blood draws and collection services in accordance with Ascend Clinical's policies and procedures
• Perform specimen processing and/or preparation activities (centrifuging, specimen splitting, labeling, requisitioning, stocking, and organizing phlebotomy area)
• Arrange for and assist with shipment, delivery, or return of specimens to Ascend Clinical for testing
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment provided by Ascend Clinical for Ascend Clinical testing only
• Ensuring that patient identification and accurate specimen labeling occurs at all times
• Perform additional duties as required by Ascend Clinical

Prohibited Activities:

When performing blood draws and collection services at practice offices on behalf of Ascend Clinical, Phlebotomist shall not perform any tasks that would typically or normally be the responsibility of practice office's staff. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform phlebotomy services on behalf of the practice's patients for laboratory test provided by the practice's in-office laboratory or by any laboratory other than Eurofins
• Perform or assist practice's office staff in performing laboratory tests provided by the practice's in-office laboratory for the practice's patients
• Operate or assist with the operations of the practice's in-office laboratory equipment
• Perform administrative or clerical services such as typing, filing, scheduling, receptionist services, billing functions, and completing the practice's documents
• Perform nursing services or other clinical or medical functions
• File test results in patient charts
• Answer telephones for practice
• Complete requisitions for testing ordered by the practitioners within the practice
• Escort practice patients to exam rooms
• Any other task that would typically or normally be the responsibility of the practice office's staff

Compensation:

• $20-21/hr

Benefits:

As an Ascend Clinical employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

Ascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Ascend Clinical, LLC is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.  The company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters on the basis of an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.