Clinical Lab Assistant
About The Position
The Clinical Lab Assistant assists technical laboratory staff and may be responsible for collecting, receiving, and processing biological specimens; preparing samples for analytical testing; and performing waived and/or limited moderate-complexity testing when 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 role performs work according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards. It is in the Microbiology-BUMCT department in Tucson, Arizona, with a weekend work shift.
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, work with 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.
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, 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 and location, may need a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
- Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently; use material-handling equipment to push and/or pull up to 75 pounds; and lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
- Manual dexterity and ability to distinguish colors.
- Ability to work using standard precautions due to potential exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical, and biological hazards.
- Ability to use computers, printers, copiers, telephones, fax machines, and department-specific equipment.
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.
- Perform functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
