Patient Access Rep - ED Registration - Per Diem 8 Hours Nights (11:00PM to 7:30AM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

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 from Laboratory Assistants also includes clerical functions such as answering telephone inquiries from other departments of the facility, disseminating laboratory reports, and communicating with referral laboratories utilized by the department.

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.
• Receives and screens specimens with regard to acceptability as defined by established guidelines.
• Delivers blood products to Surgery and for the delivery of 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.
• Actively participates in Department’s Quality Improvement program.
• May need to provide coverage for other locations.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program
• Organization/time management skills
• Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior

Qualifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician - CPT (CA DPH)
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City)

Skills

May need to provide coverage for other locations.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00 - $34.18.

Schedule

N/A