Clinical Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist | Laboratory | Per Diem

Concord Hospital Health System • Concord, NH

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Supervisor Laboratory Non-Technical, the Clinical Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy using various venipuncture techniques to collect blood directly from patients of all ages and understands patient and specimen requirements for these tests. The role also performs clinical support duties involved in identifying, collecting, receiving, and processing clinical specimens for laboratory analysis, including preparing specimens for transport to outside laboratories when applicable. The employee follows safety, infection control, and OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen guidelines.

The position is per diem, with availability as needed and a minimum commitment of 8 hours per week. The work involves regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids, and frequent exposure to airborne pathogens. The physical demands are classified as light; the employee regularly lifts, carries, or pushes/pulls up to 10 pounds and frequently handles up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to clients professionally and compassionately.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform in emergent or crisis situations.
• Follows safety, infection control, and OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy training with a completed externship.
• Phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting.
• Clinical support experience in specimen processing.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and processes venous and capillary blood samples required for laboratory analysis from patients of all ages upon request.
• Processes clinical specimens for delivery to laboratory departments and for pickup by reference laboratories when applicable.
• Performs all duties within assigned work blocks.
• Demonstrates compliance with corporate, departmental, and job-specific requirements.
• Assists with preventative maintenance and disinfection within the Specimen Processing area.
• At the Concord site only, travels to off-site locations to perform phlebotomy collections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED