Lab Assistant II

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Performs routine technical and clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing, and receives and distributes laboratory specimens. Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned, conducts CLIA-waived laboratory tests when requested, and assists with microbiology specimen processing and plating when requested.

Requirements

High school diploma 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

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

Interact professionally and competently with patients, clients, laboratory colleagues, and other healthcare professionals using effective listening and verbal and written communication.
Provide respectful, courteous, empathetic, and warm service to patients and clients.
Use feedback and verbal and non-verbal communication skills to understand and respond to others.
Contribute to departmental success through teamwork.
Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers, and medical software.
Enter data accurately into medical software.
Verify relevant data and process specimens carefully, ensuring they are handled, packaged, and shipped to the designated laboratory according to established protocols while maintaining specimen integrity.
Understand pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
Apply laboratory medical terminology and measurements correctly.
Organize, plan, and prioritize multiple tasks to complete work accurately and promptly.
Take appropriate action regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Perform specimen registration and billing, receive and distribute specimens, perform phlebotomy duties as assigned, conduct requested CLIA-waived tests, and assist with requested microbiology processing and plating.