Lab Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
• Phlebotomy certification where required by state law.
• Ability to maintain specimen integrity and follow labeling protocols.
• Ability to perform venous and capillary phlebotomy as assigned.
• Ability to address blood collection needs for all age groups served.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a phlebotomy program.
• Basic laboratory computer or laboratory information system experience.
• Completion of formal phlebotomy training and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy.
• Maintains specimen integrity and follows proper labeling protocols for specimen tubes and containers.
• Processes blood and other body fluids for analysis by BHS or reference laboratories.
• Tests specimens for clinical studies under general supervision and in accordance with established BHS policies and procedures.
• Reports laboratory results accurately and responsively, recognizing abnormal or unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient tests.
• Inputs and retrieves data from the laboratory computer system.
• Performs basic clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing.
• Assists in stocking and maintaining laboratory supply inventory.
• Assists with training phlebotomists or laboratory students.
• Uses resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintains a safe environment and is knowledgeable of emergency procedures.
• Addresses patient population-specific needs when obtaining blood specimens for all age groups served.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Operates basic laboratory equipment, computers, and medical software.
• Assists with microbiology processing and plating specimens as requested.
• Uses, maintains, and cleans laboratory equipment and uses protective equipment to guard against exposure to chemical, radiation, and infectious hazards.
• Completes established position competencies within the designated introductory period.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
• This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.