Laboratory Assistant I - HUP

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned patient-sample processing activities
• Follows established SOPs for the ordering and processing of biological specimens for analysis
• Evaluates and solves problems related to that process
• Operates the pneumatic tube system properly
• Observes all Infection Control policies while handling specimens
• Provides timely distribution of specimens to appropriate laboratory sections
• Maintains accurate and orderly log records and/or worksheets where required according to SOP’s
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area
• Demonstrates safe work practices
• Keeps work area free from personal documents & items
• Answers phone in a professional, courteous, and timely manner
• Speaks to caller in a caring manner
• Avoids putting caller on hold or transferring call unnecessarily
• Researches phone inquiries regarding specimen collection or test results
• References available manuals and records, and calls caller back promptly
• Understands collection requirements for special or referral testing
• Prepares specimens, ensures integrity and correctness of sample
• Arranges for dispatch and pick-up of specimens as needed
• Keeps current with laboratory minutes and documented changes
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies
• Appropriately communicates the need to re-order before supplies run out
• Assists with the instruction of procedures and techniques to other employees
• Performs daily temperature checks on rooms, refrigerators, freezers, incubators and preventive maintenance on centrifuges as needed
• Complies with Hospital, Laboratory, Safety and HIPAA regulations
• Notifies Supervisor or Safety Officer of hazards when found
• Completes annual mandatories on or before the due date
• Responsible for maintaining adequate staffing on all three shifts, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• American Society for Clinical Pathology Certification as a PBT or MLA by a minimum knowledge-based exam such as a the Board of Certification PBT (ASCP) or MLA (ASCP) preferred
• H.S. Diploma/GED
• Prior experience in hospital laboratory receiving area
• Prior experience with the Laboratory Information System