Laboratory Assistant - Blood Bank - Full Time First Shift
About The Position
The Laboratory Assistant Level I is a multi-skilled position that efficiently processes patient and specimen workflow. The Lab Assistant performs the pre-analytic phases of laboratory testing procedures and may also perform the analytic and post analytic phases of waived and moderately complex testing procedures. Duties include face to face and telephone customer service, computer data entry and retrieval, instrument maintenance, and proper documentation for all activities. The Lab Assistant is also responsible for monitoring supplies and compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements related to safety and lab testing.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- A student enrolled in an accredited program in one of the following: An Associates or Bachelor of Science program in a science related major or clinical laboratory program (MLT or MT) OR Has one of the following: 1 year of health care setting experience
- Certification as a medical assistant (MA) or phlebotomist
- Must be willing to handle blood and body fluids.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize under stressful situations.
- Demonstrates knowledge /competence of CAP and JCAHO Laboratory patient safety initiatives and applies these to all aspects of diagnostic testing.
- Exhibits communication skills, both written and verbal, and demonstrates scientific knowledge and consistent excellence and focus on patient care.
- Must have the ability to consistently pay attention to detail while maintaining quality and productivity.
- Must be able to prioritize work and situational professional demands.
- Must maintain a professional demeanor and communication, both verbal and written, when under stress.
- Must exhibit professional and respectful interaction in all situations with patients, patients, physicians and employees.
Nice To Haves
- Medical terminology preferred.
Responsibilities
- efficiently processes patient and specimen workflow
- performs the pre-analytic phases of laboratory testing procedures
- performs the analytic and post analytic phases of waived and moderately complex testing procedures
- face to face and telephone customer service
- computer data entry and retrieval
- instrument maintenance
- proper documentation for all activities
- monitoring supplies
- compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements related to safety and lab testing
Benefits
- A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
- Dental and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Savings Match
- A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
- Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
- health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare
- life insurance
- short-term and long-term disability
- professional development
- discounts to on-campus dining
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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
5,001-10,000 employees
