Laboratory Assistant

Job Category: Technical & Diagnostic ServicesDegree Level: High School Diploma/GEDJob Description: The Laboratory Assistant will perform basic laboratory duties to include phlebotomy, along with other specimen collection, and waived testing.The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for ordering, processing, and distributing laboratory specimens;Duties also include: Review of pending reports, manifests, etc. for outstanding lab results; assisting other lab personnel with specimen storage and retrieval, ensuring Turn Around Times (TATs) are met; and maintaining inventory for phlebotomy services, reference lab supplies, and departmental office supplies.Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.License: N/ACertifications: N/ARequired Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Attention to detail and accuracy including closely monitoring all aspects of the job and continually checking processes and tasks is required. Must possess accurate keyboarding skills and the ability to do data entry in a fast-paced environment.Basic math, interpretive and analytical skills are required. Information collection and management, attention to detail, along with the ability to work under pressure are required in this position. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.Essential Functions Performs phlebotomy duties.Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.Maintains adequate stock of supplies.Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.Performs clerical duties including answering phones, data entry, and filing.Communicates test results to appropriate healthcare providers.

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