Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist FT Days 4am-12:30pm

AHMC Healthcare•Monterey Park, CA

2d•$23 - $26

About The Position

Laboratory Assistants/Phlebotomists are non-professional personnel trained in clinical laboratory tasks that support the efficiency and operation of the laboratory. Duties include phlebotomy, preparing send-out tests, answering telephone calls, and assisting in chemistry, hematology, and microbiology. The employee must independently perform the Laboratory Assistant requirements, work across different laboratory areas, and coordinate duties to relieve Clinical Laboratory Scientists of phlebotomy and processing work, including send-outs and microbiology set-ups. The role requires extensive computer and laboratory information system (LIS) capability to manage and troubleshoot processing and billing issues, and proficiency in assisting with designated automated instruments.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent experience.
Two years of experience as a phlebotomist.
Certification for venipuncture and skin puncture (CPT).
At least four years of clinical laboratory experience, including at least two years as a Laboratory Technician, lead Laboratory Assistant, and/or Laboratory Assistant Supervisor, or equivalent experience.
At least two years of LIS experience and computer knowledge, or demonstrated proficiency.
Proficiency in written and oral communication.
Good organizational skills.
Some experience operating automated chemistry, hematology, or microbiology equipment.
Ability to work well under supervision and during stressful situations.
AHA BLS card within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify the patient’s name and medical record number before collecting specimens or performing tests.
Greet patients courteously, introduce oneself, explain procedures, and respond to patient needs with concern and positive interpersonal skills.
Clean the collection site and accurately perform venipuncture or skin puncture, following proper blood culture collection procedures.
Accurately label blood tubes with the collection time and employee initials.
Dispose of used sharps and glass properly, maintain a sanitary and well-supplied collection tray, and wear required protective clothing and gloves when handling specimens.
Order correct tests and accurately complete requisitions for reference laboratories.
Use ethical judgment and technical skills in accordance with departmental and medical center policies and legal requirements.
Maintain adequate supplies and communicate concerns and problems promptly to appropriate personnel; seek guidance when needed.
Respond to scheduling changes, admissions, STAT requests, emergency department, outpatient, and timed testing needs; organize work to accommodate STAT and routine pick-ups.
Notify nursing staff when a specimen cannot be collected, reject unsuitable samples, communicate proper collection steps, and document rejected samples, results communicated to nurses, and canceled tests in the LIS.
Use LIS order-entry questions to set up microbiology and check outstanding orders to confirm that patients’ blood has been drawn.
Answer telephone calls clearly, courteously, and confidentially; transfer calls to the appropriate personnel and relay complete messages, including caller name and company when necessary.
Assist co-workers with daily tasks and special projects, complete assigned work accurately and efficiently, and address work left by the previous shift in a timely manner.
Locate specimens and resolve problems before the end of the shift, use work time productively, and return promptly from errands, breaks, and meals.
Observe hospital dress code and policies, wear identification, maintain a professional appearance, and keep the work area organized, clean, and safe.
Understand and follow hospital fire and safety procedures and precautions for transmission of HIV and HBV and the handling and use of hazardous substances.
Attend required in-service and orientation programs and hospital meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.