Clinical Laboratory Assistant - Atrium Health Charlotte FT

Essential Functions

• Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture timely and accurate.
• Processes nonblood patient specimens in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Affords phone support for patient care areas in a polite and supportive manner.
• Maintains competency with hospital and laboratory information systems as needed to perform job duties.
• Trains new team members and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area.
• Receives lab orders from providers, prepares necessary documentation, and performs all routine laboratory tests.
• Maintains necessary documentation for all tests according to standards and labels all specimens following set standards.
• Maintains knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes.
• Maintains equipment, keeps area clean, stocks supplies and keeps work space organized.
• P practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination.
• Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.
• Performs minor laboratory procedures accurately, precisely, and efficiently under minimal supervision including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology.
• Performs phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture following established procedures in accordance with age specific considerations of patients.
• Observes strict principles of antisepsis to prevent infection of patient and contamination of specimens.
• Receives and collects urine specimens to perform all routine tests.
• Performs specimen preparation for all procedures/tests.
• Maintains supplies inventory communicating needs to supervisor.
• Reports varying in-house test results in addition to all abnormal findings to clinical staff.
• Complies with all policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness, and infection control.
• P Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination.
• Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.
• Follows general safety procedures and utilizes PPE appropriately.

  Physical Requirements

  • Works in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Works in an area that contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards.
  • Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, sharp instruments, fumes, ionizing radiation, hazardous materials

  Education, Experience And Certifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Certification in phlebotomy preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty.

  Skills/Qualifications

  • Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform minor laboratory tests.
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean, and sterilize.
  • Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with staff.
  • Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
  • Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and protocols.
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment.

  About the Role

  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

  Benefits and More

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

  Pay

  $19.80 - $29.70

  Schedule

  Every other weekend Sat/Sun 0800-1700