Clinical Lab Assistant I-PRN

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Lab Assistant I Job Code: LA3448 PRN Varies ABOUT US We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Non Exempt Supervises Positions: JOB SUMMARY Performs a variety of tasks related to the pre-analytical processing of biological specimens for testing performed in the clinical laboratory. Responsible for data entry of client demographic information, processing test orders and order review, reconciling specimen/order problems, assist with facilitating send out testing, ensure proper patient registration, paper requisition filing, supply management support, answers phones, ensuring proper labeling of samples and sample distribution, patient phlebotomy, pathology support, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
Six months of health care setting experience or certified as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant; or certified as a phlebotomist; or student enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science program in a science related major; or a Clinical Laboratory Science program; or a Medical Laboratory Technician program.
Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tasks.
Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
Ability to follow written protocols.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor Degree Preferred
Preferred certification as a CLA, MOA, or ASCP

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks related to the pre-analytical processing of biological specimens for testing performed in the clinical laboratory.
Responsible for data entry of client demographic information, processing test orders and order review, reconciling specimen/order problems, assist with facilitating send out testing, ensure proper patient registration, paper requisition filing, supply management support, answers phones, ensuring proper labeling of samples and sample distribution, patient phlebotomy, pathology support, and other duties as assigned.
Collects, labels, and prepares specimens for testing.
Maintains required documentation for all lab procedures.
Processes requisitions for testing.
Prepares and distributes reports.
Provides information and consultation to requestors.
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
Participates in regular staff meetings.
Performs competency and proficiency testing to assure maintenance of skills.
Completes educational activities to continually improve skills and assists consultants.
Participates in improvement of methods and processes.