Clinical Lab Assistant- Per Diem

Mount Desert Island Hospital•Bar Harbor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Assistant is responsible for the collection and processing of clinical specimens for laboratory testing. They perform data entry in the hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR). They act as a resource for the Health Centers, Wards, Emergency Room and Specialty Clinics in regards to test ordering, specimen requirements, patient preparation instructions and specimen processing requirements. The CLA also acts as a resource to HIM, Billing, Fiscal Services and Revenue Cycle to answer questions and resolve problems concerning laboratory charges on patient accounts. They manage the ABN process at point of specimen collection. The CLA maintains appropriate stockage of phlebotomy and specimen collection and processing supplies to support laboratory operations as well as providing appropriate specimen collection supplies to the Health Centers and Emergency Room and other supported areas. Performs duties safely and efficiently following laboratory and hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

HS Diploma required
Experience in phlebotomy required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Accuracy in patient identification
Accuracy in following patient specimen labeling guidelines
Basic computer skills
Ability to prioritize workload
Ability to perform under stress due to emergency situations
Ability to maintain and work with highly confidential data

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy certification from an accredited institution
Certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
Two years experience in phlebotomy
One year experience in specimen processing
Medical Terminology class
One year of experience in a healthcare setting

Responsibilities

Collection and processing of clinical specimens for laboratory testing.
Data entry in the hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Act as a resource for Health Centers, Wards, Emergency Room and Specialty Clinics regarding test ordering, specimen requirements, patient preparation instructions, and specimen processing requirements.
Act as a resource to HIM, Billing, Fiscal Services, and Revenue Cycle to answer questions and resolve problems concerning laboratory charges on patient accounts.
Manage the ABN process at point of specimen collection.
Maintain appropriate stock of phlebotomy, specimen collection, and processing supplies.
Provide appropriate specimen collection supplies to Health Centers, Emergency Room, and other supported areas.
Perform duties safely and efficiently following laboratory and hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures.