Sr. Laboratory Assistant (Full-time regular, Evening Shift)
About The Position
The Sr. Laboratory Assistant collects and distributes specimens in an inpatient setting and supports laboratory operations, including specimen ordering, processing, and preparation for testing. The role monitors specimens sent to reference laboratories, facilitates laboratory billing and report distribution, and coordinates outside clinical training. It also serves as a resource for other staff members and performs a variety of technical and administrative laboratory tasks. The position interacts with laboratory and hospital information systems to enter data and billing information, retrieve and distribute reports, and process laboratory orders. It collects, processes, and preserves specimens, completes microbiology pre-analytical procedures and documentation, assists with instrumentation and inventory, and communicates with laboratory staff, physicians, and other departments to support timely, quality service.
Requirements
- High school education, GED, or equivalent is required in California and preferred in Oregon and Hawaii.
- Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII) is required.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license is required in California and preferred in Oregon and Hawaii.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- One year of Laboratory Assistant experience.
Responsibilities
- Collect, process, preserve, and distribute specimens in inpatient settings.
- Enter data into the Laboratory Information System, recover and distribute reports, and enter billing information into the Hospital Information System.
- Process laboratory orders for billing and prepare reports for distribution to ordering individuals.
- Perform clerical duties to process and report test results, prioritizing work according to STAT, ASAP, or routine status.
- Communicate with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices, to facilitate workflow and quality.
- Process and maintain records of specimens sent to reference laboratories.
- Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies.
- Perform billing duties, including running reports and responding to biller requests.
- Complete microbiology pre-analytical procedures and documentation according to laboratory policies and quality control standards.
- Document quality control, calibration, and test results.
- Assist Clinical Lab Scientists with operating instrumentation.
- Consult a Clinical Lab Scientist or phlebotomy supervisor when encountering difficulties with phlebotomy, test selection, or specimen processing.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
