LABORATORY ASSISTANT(PT OR FT)

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital•Humboldt, IA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant performs phlebotomy and specimen collection, including urine drug specimen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing, along with secretarial, clerical, and laboratory housekeeping duties. The role processes and labels specimens, manages specimens sent to reference laboratories, supports laboratory reporting and telephone needs, and helps maintain laboratory supplies and cleanliness. The position involves working in a modern, climate-controlled clinical laboratory and traveling to outside locations, such as nursing homes, to collect blood. Schedules may change as needed; the position is offered part-time or full-time for 40–80 hours per pay period with a varying daytime schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a phlebotomy course or equivalent training and experience; in-house training may be provided.
DOT urine drug collection and Breath Alcohol Testing certification; certification may be obtained after hire.
Valid driver’s license.
Comply with the OSHA Exposure Control Plan and use Universal Precautions.
Comply with the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Ability to perform the listed physical requirements, including moderate lifting (15–44 lbs.), pushing, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing stairs, and operating mechanical, office, and motor vehicle equipment.
Ability to see, identify colors, use depth perception, hear with an aid, write, count, read, and demonstrate hand dexterity.

Responsibilities

Collect blood and other specimens skillfully, efficiently, aseptically, and safely.
Properly label and process specimens for testing.
Perform laboratory secretarial tasks, including filing, mailing or faxing reports, answering the telephone, taking laboratory test orders, and other assigned duties.
Maintain stock in laboratory drawing areas.
Process specimens sent to reference laboratories for testing.
Collect DOT and non-DOT urine drug specimens and perform Breath Alcohol Testing.
Help maintain the department in a clean and orderly manner.
Obtain specimens from outside the hospital when requested.
Maintain cooperative, team relationships with coworkers.
Demonstrate Service of Excellence and Key Service Behaviors.
Use the hospital/laboratory computer system proficiently.
Communicate effectively with healthcare team members and patients.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Comply with hospital and laboratory policies.
Perform other functions as deemed necessary by the Laboratory Director/Manager.