Lab Assistant Full-Time Varied (Days & Evenings)
About The Position
Position Summary: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)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.).
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.).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
