Laboratory Assistant II
About The Position
The Laboratory Assistant II accurately handles and processes laboratory specimens, maintaining specimen integrity by following laboratory procedures. The role also enters patient, client, billing, and test information into the internal laboratory information system (LIS) and external reference laboratory systems. The position reports to the Laboratory Manager. The employee must be proficient in all functions of the Laboratory Assistant I position. Depending on training, the employee may also perform Pathology Lab Assistant duties, including front-office work and slide filing. Active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification must be maintained. The position is hourly and non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Completion of specimen processing training.
- Medical Assistant Phlebotomist (MA-P) certification.
- Active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification must be maintained.
- Proficiency in all functions of the Laboratory Assistant I position.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a clinical lab assistant.
Responsibilities
- Determine specimen acceptability, consulting with the specimen processing lead, technologist, or pathologist as needed, and take appropriate action.
- Retrieve specimens from refrigerators or freezers for repeat testing, including add-on testing and missing specimens.
- Document and attempt to resolve issues with problem specimens.
- Call patients and healthcare providers regarding problem specimens and reorder testing in Epic when appropriate.
- Order testing for reference laboratories using external systems such as Mayo Access and Quest.
- Prepare specimens for transport to reference laboratories.
- Ensure Customer Service Actions are completed in a timely manner.
- Assist with the orientation and training of new employees in specimen processing.
- When trained in Pathology Lab Assistant duties, perform the essential functions of that role, including front-office work and slide filing.
- Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
- Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption assistance
- Shift differential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
