Lab Assistant

Patient First•Owings Mills, MD

9d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Assistant is responsible for providing quality and rapid lab results by utilizing knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures. This role involves following established protocols for specimen collection, handling, processing, test analysis, reporting, and record maintenance. The Lab Assistant must adhere to quality control policies, document all quality control activities and maintenance, and electronically order necessary supplies. They will also notify nursing and physician staff when patients are ready for exams, communicate symptoms, and relay questions regarding lab or x-ray needs. Problem identification and troubleshooting are key aspects of this role, ensuring test performance and reporting accuracy. Additionally, the Lab Assistant will assist with patient treatment and care, handle requests respectfully, foster teamwork, and provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

Employee must be 18 years of age or older
High school graduate or equivalent
Must have knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing
Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100 or more patients per day)
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations
Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation
Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time)
Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20 to 50 pounds)
Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work

Responsibilities

Providing quality and rapid lab results involving knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures
Following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, as well as for test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance of test results
Adhering to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting all quality control activities and maintenance under the supervision of the Lab Technician on duty
Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed
Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs
Adhering to the established corrective action policies and procedures of the laboratory whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance and documenting those actions
Identifying and troubleshooting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results either by correcting the problem or notifying the Lab Technician on duty, Lab Supervisor, or Lab Consultant
Receiving and distributing lab supplies as needed
Adhering to safety policies as defined by Patient First and OSHA
Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care
Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner
Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere
Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions
Understanding and performing all duties as assigned