Clinical Lab Assistant II

Creative Testing Solutions•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Assistant performs record-keeping duties, prepares routine specimens, and completes ancillary tasks that support testing. The role unpacks and records samples shipped in accordance with regulations and guidelines and works with team members to help ensure timely, quality test results. The Clinical Lab Assistant II performs duties assigned to CLA levels I and II, including maintaining compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations; recordkeeping and data entry; protecting confidentiality; maintaining inventory and work-area cleanliness; packing and shipping supplies or specimens; and assisting with processing bio-waste, specimens, and micro-plates. Level II duties also include unpacking and accessioning samples, identifying unacceptable or missing samples, labels, or paperwork, reporting discrepancies, ordering laboratory reagents and supplies, handling and disposing of samples, assisting with equipment maintenance, and communicating relevant information to customers as directed. The position is Shift 2, Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Travel is less than 5%.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid in-state driver's license where applicable.
Demonstrated competency in all CLA I and CLA II tasks.
Skills and abilities to successfully perform assigned duties and responsibilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Analytical, statistical, personal organization, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to think strategically and independently.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to understand, follow, and give precise written and verbal instructions and perform activities safely.
Ability to establish priorities, follow through on projects, pay close attention to detail, and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and execute a variable workload and multiple priorities.
Ability to work in a team environment and participate as an active team member.
Ability to comprehend and apply clinical laboratory procedures and theory.
Physical ability to sit, stand, handle items, and perform finger-dexterity and pinching tasks for 5 or more hours per shift; lift up to 40 pounds for 3 to 5 hours per shift; and perform walking, climbing, bending, squatting, reaching, grasping, driving, pushing, pulling, and lifting/carrying/moving items up to 40 pounds for up to 3 hours per shift.

Nice To Haves

Trainer Certification is preferred; it is required for CLA IVs in Plasma Services.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations, and bring compliance issues to management's attention.
Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality and provide quality customer service.
Maintain accurate records and documentation, perform data entry, and protect donor, patient, and employee confidentiality.
Prepare and maintain inventory; order laboratory reagents and supplies.
Pack and ship supplies and/or specimens.
Maintain the cleanliness of equipment and work areas and assist with equipment maintenance.
Assist in processing bio-waste, specimens, and micro-plates.
Receive and prepare samples as directed; unpack, accession, handle, and disposition samples.
Identify unacceptable or missing samples, labels, or paperwork; report discrepancies to the supervisor and assist with resolution.
Communicate pertinent information to customers as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.