Laboratory Technical Assistant - Phlebotomy - Rotating Day Shifts
About The Position
The Laboratory Technical Assistant performs phlebotomy and specimen collection, waived laboratory testing, patient order management, and specimen processing and handling in accordance with established protocols and standards of laboratory practice. The role applies patient safety standards and patient management methods in laboratory practice. The position is listed as 1.0 FTE with rotating day shifts. The assistant demonstrates proficiency in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and, as applicable, arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy. The role also involves preparing patients and collecting specimens such as throat cultures and urine, performing applicable waived tests, documenting specimen flow in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), preparing specimens for dispatch to external laboratories, maintaining a safe work environment, and assisting with new employee orientation and training.
Requirements
- BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Medical terminology.
- Computer data entry skills.
- Phlebotomy experience or certification.
- Previous laboratory experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection according to established protocols, procedures, and laboratory practice standards.
- Perform waived laboratory testing according to established protocols, procedures, and laboratory science practice standards.
- Manage patient orders accurately and efficiently.
- Process and handle specimens according to established requirements, including preparing specimens for dispatch to external laboratories as needed.
- Demonstrate proficiency in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and, as applicable, arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Prepare patients and collect throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.
- Perform applicable waived-level testing in immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology.
- Document patient specimen flow in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Maintain a safe work environment and comply with safe-practice standards and standard precautions.
- Assist with new employee orientation and training.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- Adoption assistance plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
