Lab Assistant

New York Oncology Hematology • Amsterdam, NY

22d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Lab Assistant is responsible for the collecting and processing of specimens from patients, documenting results according to established procedures. This role assists with performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures as indicated. The Lab Assistant follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures, and assists with patient flow as needed. The position involves properly identifying patients, drawing blood samples, and sending them to the laboratory for analysis. Responsibilities include maintaining collection areas and equipment, performing record keeping duties, and working within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods while adhering to quality guidelines.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Position is entry level and requires no experience.

Responsibilities

• Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
• Preps patients as necessary (e.g., taking vital signs).
• Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines.
• Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
• Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
• Charts patient results in a timely manner.
• Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
• Arrange for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician.
• Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
• Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently.
• Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
• Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
• Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents.
• Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed.
• Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards.
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Responsible for performing CLIA Waived or Moderately complexity testing under close supervision.
• Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion.
• Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Complies with applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Work alongside a collaborative and compassionate team of experts dedicated to making a difference.
• Multiple locations throughout the Capital Region.
• Contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials that shape the future of oncology care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED