Laboratory Assistant (31532)

General Description

The Lab Assistant is responsible for performing general laboratory duties that include spinning and reading urines samples and documenting the test results in the patient's medical record. In addition, the Lab Assistant ensures efficient services for the physicians and quality service to the patients in adherence with expectations set by The Conrad Pearson Clinic.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform general laboratory duties that include spinning and reading urines samples and documenting the test results in the patient’s medical record.
• Demonstrate the ability to draw blood after a four-week training period.
• Spin and process specimens and ensure they are directed to the appropriate outside laboratory.
• Clean and check equipment to verify it is functioning properly.
• Perform quality control measures and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain the laboratory log and ensure the test results are given to the provider in a timely manner.
• Familiar with the practices and job duties at the Wolf River Clinic and all outlying clinics and is able and willing to work at these locations as needed.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, keeping him/her apprised of all pertinent information and provide feedback.
• Ensure compliance for all regulatory requirements including OSHA, CLIA and HIPAA; immediately and accurately document and report occurrences to supervisor; and ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements as outlined in the corporate compliance plan.
• Support and adhere to all company policies, procedures and management decisions; maintain confidentiality of patients' medical information; and all confidential administrative related issues.
• Display a positive outlook with a helpful, constructive manner when working with other employees.
• Display superior patient relations and interpersonal skills; demonstrate an appropriate level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with staff, patients and general public using tact, sensitivity and sound judgment; promote a positive work environment and contribute to the overall efforts of the department and the company.

Position Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• A minimum of two years of experience working in a lab, preferably in a urology practice.
• Phlebotomy/venipuncture experience required.
• Urine microscopy experience is strongly preferred.
• Phlebotomy/venipuncture experience is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan, schedule, prioritize and complete multiple tasks and demands.
• Occasional overtime, evening and weekend work is required.
• A valid driver’s license, dependable automobile and current auto insurance are required for occasional travel for business purposes and to work at satellite locations.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching, or performing other work requiring moderate physical exertion.
• Capacity to maintain physical activity over prolonged periods of time (stamina).
• Able to see for the purpose of reading information received in different formats including but not limited to paper, computer, reports, bulletins and manuals.
• Able to hear for work-related purposes.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment.
• Able to lift up to a minimum of 30 pounds.

Essential Environmental Conditions

• Work is generally performed under normal physician’s office working conditions.
• Normal level of visual strain.
• Ability to cope with stress caused by public interaction, multiple demands and extraneous noises.
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases.