Clinical Lab Asst I - Laboratory CPU - Per Diem
About The Position
Clinical Lab Assistant I perform pre-analytical specimen receipt, processing, identification verification and specimen storage. The Clinical Lab Assistant I operates centrifuge and pneumatic tube systems, office equipment, enters information and test orders into the laboratory computer system. The Clinical Lab Assistant I is responsible for ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolutions of pre-analytical specimen related issues. Assistants may be required to perform phlebotomy or other specimen collection.
Requirements
- High school diploma is required.
- Computer familiarity with keyboards and system navigation is required.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of college science courses is desired, and/or extensive experience in a clinical laboratory.
- Medical terminology and/or knowledge of basic anatomy is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely handles potentially infectious blood, body fluids, and other patient specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assesses suitability and acceptability of patient specimens and prepares specimens for testing including printing labels, centrifugation, aliquoting, uncapping/capping specimen tubes, and preparing racks.
- Place specimens in centrifuge and on automated track system (in applicable laboratories) and promptly delivers specimens to testing areas.
- Troubleshoots missing specimens and utilizes multiple laboratory software programs to store and retrieve specimens.
- Troubleshoots the automation system with the support of technical services.
- Performs daily quality assurance, disinfection, and departmental assigned duties.
- Records temperature, humidity, and other non-testing equipment maintenance (centrifuges, water bath, etc.)
- Monitors inventory storage environments as required for par levels and storage.
- Answers telephones and communicates with patients, nurses, providers, and health care professionals, providing a high-level customer service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
