Lab Assistant

Virginia Cancer Specialists, an affiliate of McKesson Specialty Health and US Oncology, is seeking a Full Time Lab Assistant for the Fauquier office in Warrenton, Virginia. Phlebotomy experience is required. Under direct supervision, the Lab Assistant collects and processes specimens from patients, documents results per established procedures, assists with specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control, and supports patient flow as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered
• Maintains proper documentation per the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists
• Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, and immunology specimens as directed
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures all supplies are viable before use in patient testing
• Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines
• Sends specimens to reference laboratories for testing not performed in-house
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing
• Processes in-house and incoming results for charting
• Charts patient results in a timely manner
• Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs, and maintenance logs
• Arranges for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician
• Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed
• Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently; maintains equipment and work area as directed
• Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated
• Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents
• Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed
• Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards
• Complies with regulatory agency standards
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials
• Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Entry level position requiring 0–3 years experience
• Phlebotomy experience required

Physical Demands

Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Involves sitting or standing for extensive periods, use of hands to finger, handle, or feel, and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception, and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Regular exposure to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood/body fluids, chemotherapeutic agents, or transmittable infections. Direct contact with corrosive chemicals, infectious agents, handling glassware, needles, and open flames. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.