Laboratory Assistant

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory procedures within established guidelines.
• Verifies patient identification.
• Identifies and uses appropriate collection method to obtain samples for testing (venipuncture or capillary puncture).
• Collections sample, evaluates specimens acceptability, and labels specimen.
• May perform waived testing.
• Accurate and timely processing of specimens.
• Performs specimen processing with strict adherence to CAP, OSHA, COLA, and CLIA requirements.
• Troubleshoots minor equipment issues.
• Stocks, rotates, and requests phlebotomy supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability.
• Performs customer service in lab reception.
• Greets patients, performs check-in process, and responds to questions and patient needs.
• Evaluates patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed.
• Schedules, orders, and releases patients in electronic medical record.
• Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.
• Participates in the training of employees and students.
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned.
• Performs various clerical duties.
• Participates in departmental or system-wide meetings, projects, or committees as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Preferred Qualifications: 2 to 5 years experience in phlebotomy
• Licenses/Certifications: Phlebotomy Certification upon hire preferred