Lab Assistant I full time

About the Role

The Lab Assistant coordinates the specimen processing area to ensure the collection, receipt in computer, processing, and delivery of blood specimens for lab tests. This role utilizes phlebotomy decision-making and problem-solving skills to ensure timely collection of all lab orders. The Lab Assistant assists in training Lab Assistant I and phlebotomist individuals, coordinates lab sendouts, and performs microbiology specimen processing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate specimen processing area for lab tests.
• Ensure timely collection, receipt, processing, and delivery of blood specimens.
• Utilize phlebotomy decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Assist in training Lab Assistant I and phlebotomist individuals.
• Coordinate lab sendouts.
• Perform microbiology specimen processing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in Hospital, Reference, or Physician Office Lab or as a Lab Assistant I.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Proficiency in utilization of personal computer skills.

Skills

• Position requires sitting for 60% of the workday and mobility 40% of the workday.
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Frequent reaching, use of hands, and repetitive action.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation (phone or in person).
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.

Work Environment

• Inside, protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Minimal noise levels.
• Much exposure to computer work.
• Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
• Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center East. Shift: Second Shift (United States of America).