Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - Client Services (Partial - 20 to 39.99 hours)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Webster, TX

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant I or II in Laboratory Services – Client Services performs sample processing and related laboratory duties. At the Laboratory Assistant II level, the role provides technical skills for sample processing and may perform essential phlebotomy duties as assigned. The position may include patient registration, blood collection, specimen management, and clinical specimen processing. Applicants’ education and experience will be considered, and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level as appropriate. Some locations require use of a company vehicle for specimen collection or delivery after required safety training. The role may be asked to cover different shifts to ensure patient care.

Requirements

For Laboratory Assistant II: two years of related experience.
Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.
For Laboratory Assistant I: completion of a phlebotomy course or experience with phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing is preferred.
Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines, and address urgent needs.

Nice To Haves

Certified Phlebotomist certification from ASCP, ACA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA.
For Laboratory Assistant I: completion of a phlebotomy course or experience with phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing.

Responsibilities

Perform essential duties and competencies necessary for phlebotomy or other clinical-related assignments.
Perform computer functions for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
Determine whether patient samples are acceptable.
Prepare, store, and transfer samples for testing.
Perform quality control procedures on equipment.
Assist with records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
Work independently within established guidelines, use problem-solving skills, meet deadlines, and respond to urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
Perform blood collection using skin puncture and venipuncture, as assigned.
Use a company vehicle for business purposes such as specimen collection or delivery, when required for the location and after completing required safety training.
Review and suggest revisions to policies and procedures, as assigned.
Provide staff training and assess competency, as assigned.
Communicate pertinent information to staff, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
Cover different shifts when requested to guarantee patient care.
Follow safety protocols in each laboratory area.
Adhere to internal controls and the reporting structure.
Perform related duties as required.