Laboratory Technical Assistant Microbiology

McLaren Health Care • Flint, MI

24d

About The Position

Performs specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct individual at in-house or off-site locations. Obtains other specimens when indicated and instructs patients in specimen collection as necessary. May enter pathology specimens into computerized information systems and prepare and stain cytology specimens. Performs tasks in laboratory areas under the direction of the appropriate supervisor, clinical laboratory technologists, cytotechnologists, or other designated laboratory personnel, with appropriate knowledge and training to function as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a phlebotomy technician.
• Previous experience drawing blood or completion of a phlebotomy training course in an approved program.
• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood and non-blood specimens, including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage, in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Collects, verifies, and processes patient registration data and test orders or entries in the hospital and laboratory information systems, including ABN compliance.
• Processes specimens according to established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by following infection-control, hazardous-waste, and other policies and protocols.
• Performs waived tests and assists with other testing platforms under technical oversight.
• Assists with quality-control and performance-improvement activities.
• Obtains specimens when indicated and instructs patients in specimen collection as necessary.
• May enter pathology specimens into computerized information systems and prepare and stain cytology specimens.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED