Clinical Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
Processing biological specimens for laboratory analysis and preparing samples to send to the Reference Laboratory. Performs pre-analytical quality assurance checks on specimens, enters physician laboratory test orders into the LIS. Specimen collection to include neonate to geriatric populations, legal specimen collection and urine drug screen DOT/non-DOT collection. Communicates with physicians and medical staff to clarify orders and troubleshoot ordering issues. Performs CLIA waived and moderately-complex tests, understand and follow procedures and operate and perform routine maintenance on standard laboratory equipment (centrifuges, incubators, pneumatic tube system).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrates experience with MS Word and Excel.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- BLS and Phlebotomy certificate required at time of hire
Nice To Haves
- AS or BS Degree in any Applied Sciences.
- 1 year of phlebotomy and laboratory experience.
Responsibilities
- Properly identifies all patients using 2 patient identifiers (name, DOB) and labels all specimens according to SJMC policies.
- Follows procedures for properly collecting patient specimens (phlebotomy, UA collection, finger and heel sticks) in all situations (routine, trauma, legal, DOT or disaster).
- Ensures that phlebotomy trays and area are fully stocked prior to shift end.
- Performs pre-analytical Quality Assurance checks and documents completely.
- Ensures that the correct tests are ordered for all outpatient draws with orders.
- Follows documentation and change order procedures.
- Communicates with staff, patients and physicians about clarification on orders.
- Process all Reference Lab tests accurately (preparation, aliquots, labels, correct temperature, packing, sending).
- Monitors Reference Lab delay in testing reports and following up with issues.
- Answers questions from phone calls or directs the phone call to the appropriate person, faxes results, addresses questions from patients and hospital staff at the laboratory front desk, and communicates with the Scientists about specimen samples.
- Perform and result testing in accordance with procedure manuals.
- Perform Quality Control and concurrent testing monthly or as indicated by the procedure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
