Tech Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or successful completion of an equivalent high school exam.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Basic chemistry and biology.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• Three to six months of laboratory experience.
• Previous phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager with staff assignments and make workflow decisions to support efficient operations.
• Coordinate and participate in orientation of new employees, complete competency checklists, and help identify educational needs for Lab Technician Assistant staff.
• Serve as a technical resource and monitor daily productivity of Lab Technician Assistant staff.
• Identify self and the department to patients and explain procedures.
• Verify patient identification and perform phlebotomy, including venipunctures and fingersticks on adults and children, and infant heelsticks.
• Follow safety and infection-control policies when performing procedures.
• Label, date, process, and centrifuge specimens; aliquot specimens when appropriate.
• Process microbiology specimens as required.
• Run collection lists and prepare laboratory pendings and specimens for transport to other sections and reference laboratories.
• Perform and process electrocardiograms.
• Clean and stock the work area as needed.
• Prepare and label simple solutions for diagnostic testing.
• Perform clerical and computer functions, obtain accurate patient demographic and insurance information, obtain signed treatment consent, and complete quick registration in the Laboratory Computer System.
• Order laboratory and phlebotomy supplies as needed.
• Perform non-complex physiochemical analysis and occult blood testing on biological specimens.
• Perform and document quality control and daily instrument maintenance.
• Communicate physician-office needs to the laboratory management team.
• Participate in training and orientation of new employees and students.
• Assist with nursing procedures and document care in the patient's medical record, including intake assessment, vital signs, and care-plan activities.
• Notify a physician if an intake assessment reveals an immediate or potential loss of life or limb.
• Operate wheelchairs, carts, and beds and transport patients.
• Assist physicians and nursing staff with orthopedic procedures, such as applying slings and measuring crutches.
• Verify orders and stock levels at the facility.
• Communicate supportively and professionally with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
• Adapt to changing workloads, problem-solve, and set priorities; respond calmly and efficiently to crises.
• Assist with discharge planning and health teaching.
• Participate in developing personal goals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis.
• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility.
• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans, including a 403(b) and Cash Balance Pension.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Earned Wage Access.
• Paid Time Off bank with three annual sick days.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Tuition and certification assistance.
• Discounted or free gym membership through Club LC.
• Employee discount and payroll deduction programs.