Physician Office Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
The Physician Office Laboratory Assistant performs essential functions related to laboratory testing in a physician's office. This role involves assessing test urgency, preparing specimens, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing reagents, calculating and reporting test results, and participating in quality assessment activities. The position requires interaction with physicians and healthcare teammates in an environment that may contain biohazardous materials and other hazards. The role demands physical capabilities such as manual dexterity, walking, sitting, bending, standing, and lifting up to 25 pounds, along with visual acuity and normal color perception.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience performing moderately complex laboratory testing required.
Nice To Haves
- Performing complete blood counts
- Clinical training in the areas of phlebotomy
- Clinical training in medical office assisting
- Clinical training in nursing
- Clinical training in radiology
Responsibilities
- Assesses the urgency of a test and uses this assessment to prioritize the order in which tasks are performed.
- Prepares specimens for testing, verifies patient identification on samples and test requisitions before testing, and applies rules of specimen rejection and arranges for recollection.
- Uses and maintains equipment and instruments used in test performance, documents quality controls, performs minor troubleshooting, and maintains cleanliness of work area.
- Prepares reagents as required for test performance.
- Calculates, reports, and records test results. Analyzes results for critical values and reports results immediately.
- Oversees/participates in Quality Assessment activities and documentation of problem recognition and resolution.
Benefits
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
