Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - Digital Pathology (Casual <= 19.99 hours)

About the role

The Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory Services position requires technical skills for sample processing within the division and may involve essential phlebotomy duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
• Determines acceptability of patient samples.
• Prepares, stores, and transfers samples for testing.
• Performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Maintains records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
• Works independently within established guidelines, applies problem-solving skills, meets deadlines, and responds to urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.
• May be required to utilize company vehicle for business purposes (specify safety training).
• Reviews and suggests revisions for policies and procedures, as assigned.
• Provides training and assesses competency for staff.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to ensure patient care.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Two (2) years related experience.
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.
• Preferred: Certified Phlebotomist from ASCP, ACA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA.
• Preferred experience in Histology Lab and/or Digital Pathology.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or experience with Phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing preferred.

Skills

• Problem-solving skills.
• Independent work ability.
• Computer proficiency.
• Quality control procedures.
• Inventory management.
• Training and assessment.
• Communication skills.
• Safety protocols adherence.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

19.99 hours per week, no benefits. Shifts vary based on coverage needs (early mornings, evenings, weekends).