Lab Assistant II

Position Summary

Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.

• Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing. 
• Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens. 
• Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.  
• Will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested. 
• Will assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens, as requested. 
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned 

• Skills Required: 
  • Interpersonal skills to interact in a professional and competent manner using effective listening, verbal and written communications with patients, clients, laboratory colleagues and other healthcare professionals. 
  • Service orientation actively looking for ways to care through respect, courtesy, empathy and warmth when communicating with patients and clients. 
  • Aware of response to others by using feedback, listening skills, verbal and non-verbal communication skills. 
  • Team-work skills contributing to departmental success. 
  • Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers and medical software. 
  • Accurate data entry into medical software. 
  • Attention to detail to verify relevant data and process specimens ensuring appropriate specimens are handled, packaged and shipped to the designated laboratory according to established protocols and specimen integrity. 
  • Understands the pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens. 
  • Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements. 
  • Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and accomplish work accurately and timely. 
  • Demonstrates problem solving by taking the appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns. 
  • Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting. 
•  Minimum Requirements: 
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required 
  • Experience: 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program. 
  • Certification/Registration: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires 
• Preferred Requirements: 
  • Education: Associate degree in the laboratory or medical-related field from an accredited institution 
  • Experience: Basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience.  
  • Certification/Registration: Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar 

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