Medical Laboratory Assistant 1

FMOLHS•Jackson, MS

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Assistant 1 is responsible for up-front specimen handling and facilitating the workflow in and out of the laboratory. Assists laboratory personnel with laboratory procedures. May perform some moderate complex tests and support clerical duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Communication and Customer Service Skills
problem solving ability
initiative
good judgment

Responsibilities

All pre analytical specimen handling and facilitating workflow in and out of laboratory is effectively done at all times.
Non complex laboratory testing is performed as needed.
Assistance is provided in care and maintenance of laboratory work areas and equipment as requested.
Appropriate PPE is worn during sample collection and processing to ensure safe work habits and maintains a safe environment for self, co-workers, patients and visitors 100% of the time.
Specimens is accepted and received into the Lab Information System using proper patient identification at all times.
Specimen requirements for each test are utilized and specimen is evaluated for proper identification and integrity through visual checks and result evaluation at all times.
Protocols for instrument maintenance, running controls and accepting, verifying and recording q.c. results are effectively utilized at all times.
Problems and questions outside of own expertise are recognized and referred to appropriate supervisory personnel.
Active participation in committees, department processes and special projects as assigned is provided as requested.
Other duties as assigned are completed.