The Lab Technical Assistant - Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs all specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct individual at in-house or off-site locations. In addition, the assistant obtains other specimens when indicated and instructs patients in the collection of specimens as necessary. The role may require entering pathology specimens into various computerized information systems along with the preparation and staining of cytology specimens. The assistant performs tasks in all laboratory areas under the direction of the appropriate Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory Technologists, Cytotechnologists, or other designated laboratory personnel and has appropriate knowledge and training of those areas to be able to function as necessary.