Laboratory Assistant

Allina Health System•Shakopee, MN

1d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Aspiring healthcare professionals, join our team to gain experience in a diverse, multicultural lab environment where your work directly impacts patient care. This entry-level position combines direct patient interaction through outpatient phlebotomy with laboratory support functions, including specimen processing and waived testing. This role offers valuable exposure to hospital operations and allows you to build meaningful connections with processionals across various departments. Key Position Details: Casual (0.0 FTE) 8-hour, day/evening shift Occasional weekends

Requirements

High School or GED

Nice To Haves

2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Certification upon hire preferred

Responsibilities

Performs routine laboratory procedures within established guidelines.
Verifies patient identification.
Identifies and uses appropriate collection method to obtain samples for testing (venipuncture or capillary puncture).
Collects sample, evaluates specimens acceptability, and labels specimen.
May perform waived testing.
Accurate and timely processing of specimens.
Performs specimen processing with strict adherence to CAP, OSHA, COLA, and CLIA requirements.
Trouble-shoots minor equipment issues.
Stocks, rotates, and requests phlebotomy supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability.
Performs customer service in lab reception.
Greets patients, performs check-in process, and responds to questions and patient needs.
Evaluates patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed.
Schedules, orders, and releases patients in electronic medical record.
Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.
Participates in the training of employees and students.
Performs proficiency testing as assigned.
Performs various clerical duties.
Participates in departmental or system-wide meetings, projects, or committees as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.