Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job Summary

To perform routine assigned tasks involving specimen processing, preparation of specimens for analysis.

To produce reports for quality monitoring of the area, turnaround times, expected list, specimen tracking and to take action on data to prevent errors, loss of specimens, loss of integrity, etc.

To clean, disinfect, and maintain classrooms and equipment.

To provide training and guidance to lower level employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepares specimens for testing or reference lab.
• Processes specimens, accurately labels, correctly stores patient specimens according to established procedures.
• If specifically trained, assists with bone marrow aspirations and slide preparation.
• Exercises care necessary to complete work accurately and appreciates serious job nature and impact on patient care and treatment.
• Operates equipment needed to perform duties such as centrifuge, tube system, automation line, monitoring systems for refrigerators and freezers, computers using assigned programs, and automobile if specifically trained in courier functions.
• Performs equipment maintenance and basic service. Documents maintenance and temperature checks.
• Maintains accurate records of duties.
• Produces daily and periodic reports from epic and other software systems as assigned. Makes necessary adjustments based on reports, conducts investigations based on findings and reports to supervisor.
• Investigates i-care reports as assigned.
• Maintains appropriate departmental records and filing systems to comply with regulatory requirements.
• Promotes workplace safety, environmental, and infection control practices and methods.
• Trains and mentors other staff and students.

Requirements

• Education and Experience Required: High School Diploma/GED
• Certifications, Licenses, or Registrations Required: N/A