Laboratory Technical Assistant- Northwest Clinic

About the role

Olmsted Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their team. This position offers a competitive starting pay range of $20.57 to $25.72 per hour, based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques and patient management, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and (as applies) arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation and specimen collection techniques for throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.
• Demonstrates proficiency in waived level testing for immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology (as applies).
• Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed.
• Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions.
• Affords assistance with new employee orientation and training.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Medical terminology preferred
• Computer data entry skills preferred
• Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred
• Previous laboratory experience preferred
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current valid state phlebotomy license

Skills

• Proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques
• Ability to manage patient orders accurately and efficiently
• Knowledge of specimen processing and handling protocols
• Experience with waived level testing
• Strong documentation skills

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is $20.57 to $25.72 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time day shift position.