Laboratory Assistant II - HUP Central Processing and Receiving Lab, Ft 1st Shift

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 SOPs
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area
• Demonstrates safe work practices
• Keeps work area free from personal documents and 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 by referencing 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, and arranges for dispatch and pick-up of specimens as needed
• Keeps current with laboratory minutes and documented changes
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies, and appropriately communicates the need to re-order before supplies run out
• Assists with the instruction of procedures and techniques to other employees
• Completes 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
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum knowledge-based exam such as the Board of Certification PBT(ASCP) or MLA(ASCP) for certification as a PBT or MLA

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.