Laboratory Assistant PRN

SummitStone Health Partners•Fort Collins, CO

15h•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests and analyses on patient samples, providing accurate and timely results to support healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Work in a clinical laboratory setting and collaborate with other healthcare team members to ensure the highest standard of patient care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of a phlebotomy training program required
At least one year of experience in working within a Medical Laboratory required
Certified phlebotomist required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate each request for a laboratory test to identify the proper number and type of containers necessary to facilitate distribution to appropriate laboratory sections and reference labs.
Process specimens per testing lab requirements in a timely manner.
Perform and assist with updates on all laboratory testing by Laboratory Procedure Manual guidelines.
Perform quality control appropriate for the testing performed and document on the appropriate log.
Remediate and document difficult tests or abnormal findings.
Troubleshoot equipment failure and document the problem, steps taken, and final corrective actions.
Call and document critical (panic) values to a provider or licensed staff.
Review logs for clerical accuracy, clinical indications, and prepare for monthly audits.
Document instrument checks, preventative maintenance, routines, problems, and corrective actions taken.
Recognize, analyze, and take corrective action to resolve instrument or clinical problems.