Clinical Lab Assistant I-PRN

About the role

Performs a variety of tasks related to the pre-analytical processing of biological specimens for testing performed in the clinical laboratory. Responsible for data entry of client demographic information, processing test orders and order review, reconciling specimen/order problems, assist with facilitating send out testing, ensure proper patient registration, paper requisition filing, supply management support, answers phones, ensures proper labeling of samples and sample distribution, patient phlebotomy, pathology support, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED Required, Associates or Bachelor Degree Preferred
• Experience: Six months of health care setting experience or certified as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant; or certified as a phlebotomist; or student enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science program in a science related major; or a Clinical Laboratory Science program; or a Medical Laboratory Technician program.
• Licensure: Preferred Certification As a CLA, MOA, Or ASCP

Additional Skills/Requirements

• Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tasks.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
• Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
• Ability to follow written protocols.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Competencies

• Patient Care: Shows a commitment to provide the highest level of patient care.
• Teamwork: Cooperates within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job.

Physical Demands

• Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy
• Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping.
• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

Other

• The job may require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Able to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Pay

The base compensation for this role is $19.40 hourly. Please note that the pay rate does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.