Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

About the role

Join the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony as a Full-Time Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist and immerse yourself in a rewarding work environment that prioritizes problem-solving and integrity. This onsite position, located in the vibrant community of Reno, Nevada, offers an enriching opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient care. You will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and quality in a state-of-the-art laboratory setting while contributing to the community's health and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient interviews, draws blood samples, performs in-house lab testing services: finger-stick blood tests, tests dip stick urine samples, urine HCG and Rapid Strep Screen.
• Centrifuges whole blood to produce various components for testing.
• Observes thermostats on storage units to confirm that temperature remains constant and within prescribed guidelines.
• Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment, supplies and laboratory.
• Test reagents and maintain equipment logs.
• Performs related clerical duties, orders supplies, statistical records and printing reports.
• Update test information as needed; enter into the computer in-house results; fax results to outside providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality on all patients in accordance with Tribal and Federal laws.
• Ensure the laboratory CUA license is current and updated every two years.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Phlebotomy/Laboratory Assistant Certification.
• At least one-year experience working in an outpatient laboratory or doctor's office.
• Able to meet the physical demands of walking, standing and some lifting in the performance of the laboratory duties.
• Valid driver's license and CPR certification.
• Pass a recent TB test.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and communication abilities.
• Ability to use the computer and type.
• Ability to work independently and self-starter individual.
• Adhere to RSIC attendance and punctuality policies.
• Ability to work with Quest Laboratories and attend trainings when available.

Benefits

Competitive pay range of $21.58 to $26.66 per hour, along with great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off.

Pay

$21.58 to $26.66 per hour

Schedule

Full-time position