Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - Sample Management (Evenings) (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.

Responsibilities

• Performs computer functions 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 fulfills urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.
• May utilize company vehicle for business purposes after completing required 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 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.
• Certified Phlebotomist from the following certification agencies: American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP), American Certification Agency (ACA), American Medical Technologist (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

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 and maintenance management.
• Communication skills.
• Training and assessment.
• Emergency response and coverage.
• Safety protocols adherence.
• Internal controls and reporting.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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