Laboratory Technical Assistant - Phlebotomy

Olmsted Medical Center•Rochester, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection techniques according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice. Performs waived laboratory testing according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory science practice. Manages patient orders accurately and efficiently. Performs specimen processing and handling according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice. Applies patient safety standards and patient management methods to laboratory practice.

Requirements

Medical terminology preferred
Computer data entry skills preferred
Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred
Previous laboratory experience preferred
BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques and patient management, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and (as applies) arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.
Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation and specimen collection techniques for throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.
Demonstrates proficiency in waived level testing for immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology (as applies).
Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed.
Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions.
Assists with new employee orientation and training.
Performs other duties as requested.