Laboratory Assistant II - PT - Days - MHW

Memorial Healthcare

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist or Histology Technologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner. Phlebotomy experience is needed. Monday - Friday.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Six (6) months of prior experience as a lab assistant.
Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems.
Requires critical thinking skills.
Effective communication skills.
Decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Phlebotomy is preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation when staffed in Microbiology department.
Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.
Performs clerical duties.
Maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies.
Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
Performs the phlebotomy function to ensure accurate and timely processing of lab test orders.
Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.
Assists in the preparation and processing of bone marrow specimens.
Provides support functions to technologists including the loading and maintaining of instruments, making up of reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing of blood products, and maintenance and function checks.
Keeps appropriate persons informed of instrument problems and resolutions.
Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including waived testing, routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, quality control and safety checks.