Laboratory Assistant - Per Diem

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

47d

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant, under the general supervision of the Laboratory Director performs phlebotomy services across the life span, collects the appropriate specimen in a safe, accurate, and professional manner with the proper technique. The Assistant performs waived and moderately complex testing per established laboratory policies and procedures. The Laboratory Assistant is able to work independently and employ critical thinking skills demonstrated by competent troubleshooting abilities. The Laboratory Assistant operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensures test accuracy through quality control, data record keeping, interprets results, and communicates findings to providers and healthcare teams. The Laboratory Asisstant is required to work three (3) scheduled days per month and be available for additional short notice call in.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One year (1) of experience in a clinical laboratory setting
Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire
Medical Laboratory Assistant certification from American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), or other comparable certification or be eligible to take the exam within twelve (12) months of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or able to obtain within three (3) months of hire
Phlebotomy certification, or other comparable certification or able to obtain within six (6) months
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of patients throughout the continuum of life as they relate to the collection of specimens
Knowledge of basic clinical processes to include pre-analytic and analytic factors that influence test results, medical terminology, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, HIPPA and 42 CFR
Inventory management of laboratory supplies to ensure adequate levels of inventory are maintained
Ability to interact and communicate in a professional manner that promotes a harmonious environment, listen and respond to constructive criticism in a productive manner
Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills with attention to detail
Perform assigned proficiency, competency, and continuing education within established timelines
Observe safety, infection control, and risk management policies and procedures

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
Proficient phlebotomy skills across the life span

Responsibilities

Proper specimen collection, to include un'ina preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens according to laboratory policies
Demonstrates competency to perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic assessment on all test procedures performed at the Dena'ina Wellness Center (DWC) Laboratory
Adherence to established policies and procedures for all laboratory testing processes
Identifies and resolves inconsistencies in un'ina results and work collaboratively to troubleshoot problems
Resolve analytic discrepancies and ensure remedial action taken when test systems deviate from established performance guidelines and documentation is complete
Communicates critical values to the provider following established protocol
Report mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
Maintains laboratory equipment and analyzers to ensure quality control measures meet CLIA regulations
Performs assigned proficiency, competency, and continuing education within established timelines
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance