Lab Assistant II

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant II performs routine technical and clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing. Duties include collecting blood by venipuncture or capillary puncture as assigned; labeling tubes and specimen containers; and receiving and distributing laboratory specimens. The role performs requested CLIA-waived laboratory tests and assists with microbiology specimen processing and plating. The employee must complete established position competencies within the designated introductory period and perform other related duties as assigned. The position processes blood and other body fluids for analysis by BHS or reference laboratories, tests specimens for clinical studies under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, and reports results accurately and promptly. It also involves entering and retrieving laboratory data, performing basic clerical work, maintaining supplies and equipment, supporting training, and participating in performance improvement activities. The role serves patients of all age groups and requires attention to specimen integrity, safety, and patient-specific needs.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
One year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
Phlebotomy certification where required by state law.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a phlebotomy program.
Basic laboratory computer or laboratory information system experience.
Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT, or similar.

Responsibilities

Perform venous and capillary phlebotomy.
Maintain specimen integrity and follow proper labeling protocols for specimen tubes and containers.
Process blood and other body fluids for analysis by BHS or reference laboratories.
Test specimens for clinical studies under general supervision and in accordance with established BHS policies and procedures.
Report laboratory results accurately and responsively, recognizing abnormal or unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient tests.
Input and retrieve data from the laboratory computer system.
Perform basic clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing.
Assist with stocking and maintaining laboratory supply inventory.
Assist with training phlebotomists or laboratory students.
Use resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain a safe environment and address patient population-specific needs when obtaining specimens from all age groups served.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers, and medical software.
Assist with microbiology processing and plating specimens as requested.
Use, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment, and use protective equipment to guard against exposure to chemical, radiation, and infectious hazards.
Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures.
Perform requested CLIA-waived laboratory tests.
Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
Perform other related duties as assigned.