Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

Reno-Sparks Indian Colony•Reno, NV

2d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony as a Full-Time Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist and immerse yourself in a rewarding work environment that prioritizes problem-solving and integrity. This onsite position, located in the vibrant community of Reno, Nevada, offers an enriching opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient care. You will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and quality in a state-of-the-art laboratory setting while contributing to the community's health and well-being. With a competitive pay range of $21.58 to $26.66 per hour, this role invites you to develop your skills while making significant strides in your career. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. Embrace the chance to work alongside dedicated professionals and become part of a traditional yet progressive culture focused on customer service excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or a GED.
Certification as Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant.
Maintain patient confidentiality on all patients in accordance with Tribal and Federal laws.
Able to work in a diverse minority environment.
At least one-year experience working in an outpatient laboratory or doctor's office.
Able to meet the physical demands of walking, standing and some lifting in the performance of the laboratory duties.
Valid driver's license and CPR certification.
Excellent customer service skills and communicate effectively.
Able to use the computer and type.
Pass a recent TB test.
Confirmed ability to use computers efficiently and learn the RSTHC laboratory package.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
Able to work independently, self-starter individual.
Adhere to the RSIC attendance and punctuality policies.
Able to work with Quest Laboratories and attend trainings when available.

Responsibilities

Executing essential laboratory tasks related to drawing whole blood and blood components.
Ensuring accurate and efficient blood collection, contributing directly to patient care and diagnostic processes.
Performing routine laboratory procedures while adhering to safety standards and best practices.
Conducting patient interviews, drawing blood samples, and performing various in-house lab tests such as finger-stick blood tests and Rapid Strep Screens.
Centrifuging whole blood to produce various components for testing.
Observing thermostats on storage units to confirm that temperature remains constant and within prescribed guidelines.
Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies and laboratory.
Testing reagents and maintaining equipment logs.
Performing related clerical duties, ordering supplies, statistical records and printing reports.
Updating test information as needed; entering in-house results into the computer; faxing results to outside providers.
Ensuring the laboratory CUA license is current and updated every two years.
Other duties as assigned.