Lab Technical Assistant -Specimen Processing

Responsibilities

• Handles laboratory data collection systems and equipment to ensure proper ordering, cancelling, and charging of laboratory tests to inpatients, outpatients, and institutional accounts.
• Performs specimen collection procedures for inpatients and outpatients.
• Performs non-technical specimen processing, preparation, and distribution of specimens from patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or post-secondary education.
• Clinical training in an approved phlebotomy training program, or hold a two-year degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or a health-related specialty.
• Two years’ experience in specimen collections, specimen processing, and specimen requisitioning for a clinical laboratory or health care delivery system.
• Clinical training in a Northside Hospital Lab, as part of the required education.
• Hold a valid, verifiable Phlebotomy Certification.

Preferred

• Ability to use and understand medical laboratory terminology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems and design.
• Demonstrated public relations skills and service delivery training.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and apply accurate procedures in specimen handling and clerical processing.
• Sufficient feeling in fingers and visual ability to locate patients' blood vessels.
• Effective communication skills, including written and oral communication.