Clinical Lab Assistant

Vail Health•Vail, CO

47d•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Assistant performs a variety of multi-skilled clinical and support functions including specimen collection, specimen processing, report processing and distribution, phlebotomy, complex laboratory information system functions, waived testing, workflow coordination, office duties, ordering supplies, and customer support. Please note: This position focuses on phlebotomy and laboratory specimen processing rather than research-based laboratory work.

Requirements

One year phlebotomy experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs variety of routine and complex phlebotomy procedures including venipuncture, finger and heel sticks, blood cultures, therapeutic phlebotomy.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the Cerner Millennium LIS system to include laboratory specimen processing, reporting, and ABN checking. Demonstrates knowledge of registration and billing functions applicable to lab processes.
Organizes work to meet deadlines and works under stressful conditions. Works independently with minimal supervision and direction.
Provides the highest level of customer service in general and relating to laboratory testing/processes to all customers (Physicians, Nurses, Technicians, Patients, Colleagues, etc.).
Coordinates and organizes front desk activities to include complete and accurate processing of specimens and orders. Able to answer questions relating to specimen collection, processing, turnaround, reference lab testing, and pricing.
Organizes and maintains lab records in accordance with regulations. Distributes reports in a timely manner.
Interacts effectively and has knowledge of processes between lab and internal and external lab clients to include infection control, occupational and employee health, contract accounts, physician offices.
Obtains DOT hazardous shipping certification and be responsible for shipping specimens to reference laboratories.
Maintains par inventory levels of supplies for specimen collection and processing areas.
Performs maintenance and cleaning of equipment used in specimen processing area to include centrifuges, copies and faxes.
Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

Benefits

Competitive Wages
Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
Housing programs
Childcare reimbursement
Medical
Dental
Vision
Tuition Assistance
Existing Student Loan Repayment
Specialty Certification Reimbursement
Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
Recreation discounts
Pet insurance