Laboratory Assistant - Pre-Analytics - Part Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About the role

The Laboratory Assistant is the department's primary support system and is responsible for procuring blood samples from patients, preserving the integrity of specimens, and properly transporting, processing, and preparing all samples. Support also includes clerical functions such as answering telephone inquiries, disseminating laboratory reports, and communicating with referral laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient.
• Screens specimens with regard to acceptability as defined by established guidelines.
• Delivers blood products to Surgery and transports surgical specimens to the appropriate sections of the Laboratory.
• Processes, distributes, or packages all specimens received (except Anatomic Pathology samples).
• Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with patients, co-workers, and guests of the institution, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient.
• Adheres to established Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Carries out additional clinical and clerical duties to meet the needs of the Department.
• Maintains professional growth and development.
• Participates in Department’s Quality Improvement program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program
• 1 year Experience in Phlebotomy (preferably in an acute care facility setting)
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician - CPT (CA DPH) (preferred)
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) (required within LA City only)

Benefits

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere.

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.92 - $40.66.

Schedule

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