Lab Assistant Full-Time Varied (Days & Evenings)

Hollywood Presbyterian•Los Angeles, CA

47d

About The Position

Demonstrating knowledge in handling of patients in the following age groups: newborn, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, as they relate to the drawing of blood specimens for laboratory testing. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to, identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values/readings; and assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills and/or activities that place patients at risk as well as communicates effectively in a clear, concise, understandable manner. Applicable for the populations checked below: Infant (x) Pediatric (x) Adult (x) Geriatric (x)

Requirements

Possesses High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
DHS Phlebotomy Certification
AHA BLS Card
Fire Card required within 30 days of hire
Assault Response Competency (ARC) required within 30 days of hire

Nice To Haves

One year phlebotomy experience in a hospital laboratory preferred

Responsibilities

Performing phlebotomy for collection of blood samples.
Planning, organizing and prioritizing workload.
Demonstrating ability to process specimens for clinical laboratory tests.
Knowing and applying criteria for specimen rejection.
Documenting collection information.
Performing routine clerical tasks including using the laboratory computer.
Preparing and replenishes materials, supplies and regents.
Incorporates HPMC mission of “quality care with compassion and respect” into daily performance of job functions.
Assists in new employee orientation upon request of Supervisor.
Communicates problems/concerns to Supervisor.
Responds acceptably to priority specifications for pick-ups (stat, timed, etc.).