Lab Assistant
About The Position
The laboratory assistant supports patient care by performing specimen collection, ensuring specimens are properly stored, and preparing specimens for transport. The role also performs point-of-care and quality testing in accordance with College of American Pathologists (CAP), Joint Commission, and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards. The laboratory assistant reviews provider orders, maintains current knowledge of laboratory standards and information, keeps accurate quality-control and temperature-monitoring records, and is committed to patient identification and excellent customer service.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Successfully complete the OSF Phlebotomy class within six months of hire if the class has not previously been completed and the candidate does not have previous phlebotomy experience.
Nice To Haves
- Previous phlebotomy experience or training.
- Successful completion of the OSF Phlebotomy class.
- Basic proficiency with electronic medical record and Microsoft applications.
Responsibilities
- Collect specimens.
- Ensure proper storage of specimens and prepare specimens for transport.
- Perform point-of-care testing and quality testing in accordance with CAP, Joint Commission, and CLIA standards.
- Review provider orders and maintain up-to-date knowledge of laboratory standards and information.
- Keep accurate records, including quality-control and laboratory-area temperature-monitoring records.
- Maintain a commitment to patient identification and excellent customer service.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package, including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
