Lab Assistant Union 12 Hr - SMRMC Clinical Lab

Responsibilities

• performs computer entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties
• demonstrates good telephone etiquette and be able to greet patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner
• possesses good communication skills
• demonstrates adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory
• demonstrates a good working knowledge of phlebotomy and the equipment used in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients
• processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens
• processes specimens for reference laboratory
• stocks and orders routine supplies
• keeps storage areas, trays, centrifuges, and collection areas clean
• processes or places specimens on laboratory instruments in accordance with established policy and procedures
• with proper documented training the laboratory assistant may perform, instrument preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, assist in quality control procedures, perform, primary culture inoculations, stain slide preparations, and subculture from liquid media
• Perform arterial, venipuncture and capillary draws
• Perform point of care testing if POCA licensed
• Train new employees and students
• follow all SOP’s
• Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English
• Ability to work and problem solve independently preferred
• Flexibility to work any shift as needed preferred
• Candidates must be eligible for Lab Assistant licensure by the State of Nevada within six months
• Certification obtained as a Lab Assistant from a National or State accredited venipuncture program within the past 12 months or 12 months experience as licensed phlebotomist
• Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience performing similar job functions preferred