Lab Assistant

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•The Villages, FL

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Office Manager, the Lab Assistant is responsible for the collection, processing, and testing of specimens from patients, documenting results according to established procedures. Performs specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures as indicated. Follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Assists with patient flow as needed. Properly identifies the patient, draws blood samples, and sends them to the laboratory for analysis. Maintains collection areas and equipment and performs record-keeping duties. Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines. Responsible for rooming patients, taking vitals, completing patient assessments, and assisting in medical procedures as required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
BLS required upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days of employment (FCS will provide BLS course within the first 30 days).
Less than 1 year of experience or the ability to pass a skills set assessment
Analysis & Critical Thinking
Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication
Superior customer service skills
Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to collaborate closely with Physicians and Nurses

Responsibilities

Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in-house.
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program, including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and checklists.
Charts patient results in a timely manner.
-Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs, and maintenance logs.
Performs lab testing for in-house tests. Processes in-house and incoming results for charting.
Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed
Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, and immunology specimens as directed.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using them in patient testing.
Perform patient assessment for chief complaint, medication reconciliation, and pertinent history. input in ONCO EMR.
Efficiently perform blood draws and follow all lab procedures for specimen handling and processing.
Obtain vital signs, PHQ9, and Pain scores, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR.
Efficiently room patients according to office procedures.
Complies with regulatory agency standards
Prepares blood and bone marrow slides.
Assist with medical procedures as required.
Must take the required number of CEUs annually to meet C.O.L.A. requirements.
Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patients’ rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures, and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient information.
Additional tasks as needed to support the team.