Clinic Lab Assistant

Description

Proficient in the procurement of blood samples via venous and capillary techniques, from patients ranging in age from infant to geriatric.

• Utilizes the Laboratory Information System for activating, ordering, and resulting laboratory orders from providers and to result laboratory tests.
• Educates patients in the proper collection of specimens such as urine, stool, and sputum.
• Reviews orders from providers, maintaining accuracy in ordering tests; occasionally must call providers' offices to obtain orders.
• Processes specimens in the appropriate way, including looking up specimen requirements, centrifuging and separating as necessary, and storing at the appropriate temperature to maintain sample integrity and testing acceptability.
• Readies specimens for transfer to reference laboratories, including completing the required paperwork for transfer and ensuring STAT specimens are processed and transported in a timely manner, including calling a STAT courier and completing the necessary paperwork for the transfer.
• Performs both waived and moderately complex CLIA testing in hematology, urinalysis, and serology areas under the guidance and supervision of an MLT or MT.
• Keeps accurate records, such as temperature monitoring, quality control for all laboratory testing, and daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.

Requirements

Education: High school plus additional course work up to 1 year

Training Preferred: Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomist, or other healthcare studies

Experience: Less than 1 year experience required.