Clinical Lab Assistant I
About The Position
This position assists technical lab staff and may be responsible for collecting, receiving, and processing biological specimens into the department, preparing samples for analytical testing, and performing waived and/or limited moderate complexity testing if CLIA minimum requirements are met or as approved by the CLIA Medical Director. The position reports to department leadership and takes direction from higher-level technical personnel. The employee performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be 18 years or older if performing phlebotomy.
- Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.
- Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
- Excellent reading, writing, and math abilities.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
- Ability to perform detailed work, manage frequent interruptions, multitask, problem solve, and memorize information.
- Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills, a good performance review, and passing on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.
- May require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification.
- Depending on department/location, must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
Nice To Haves
- Previous clinical laboratory experience.
- Successful completion of a laboratory assistant program.
- Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and handling.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Additional related education and/or experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist technical laboratory staff.
- Collect, receive, and process biological specimens into the department, as applicable.
- Prepare samples for analytical testing.
- Perform waived and/or limited moderate complexity testing when CLIA minimum requirements are met or as approved by the CLIA Medical Director.
- Follow established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
- Take direction from higher-level technical personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
