CLINICAL LAB ASSISTANT II PRN

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for functioning independently in the following areas: Phlebotomy, Client services and Send-outs. Training for, and services provided by this position are appropriate to patients of all age groups. Associate performs phlebotomy and routine tests in a medical laboratory and maintains records. Work is performed under general supervision.

JOB COMPENTENCIES

• Personal Effectiveness - Meets established timelines; follows through to ensure completion of assigned objectives, seeks feedback to improve performance, and demonstrates a positive, “can do” attitude
• Innovation and change - Looks for opportunities to improve processes and services, makes an effort to learn and develop new skills, and is resourceful and enthusiastic in responding to new challenges
• Fostering Teamwork - Is open and honest in dealing with others, demonstrates commitment to team objectives, and sees challenges facing department and helps the team to address them
• Quality Services - Delivers high quality services to internal and external customers, accepts responsibility and takes action to address quality issues, and helps operations & services respond to the needs of caregivers
• Integrity - Adheres to a standard of ethical conduct that promotes trust and open communication, earns trust by living up to commitments, and can be counted on to keep confidences

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs analysis of patient samples under the leadership of MLS or MLT as assigned
• Performs special procedures such as difficult venipunctures, Micro plate set ups, preparation of reference lab samples, etc.
• Performs and coordinates clerical tasks around outpatient paperwork filing and billing needs
• Documents QA around accuracy of outpatient orders
• Operates, monitors and maintains basic laboratory equipment needs according to established policies and procedures
• Serves as positive resource for peers and students
• Coordinates the activities related to duties and responsibilities of other Lab Assistants Clinical
• Promotes teamwork
• Communicates problems and needs to the supervisor
• Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Collects and receives specimens following established departmental policies and procedures
• Monitors pneumatic tube system and any other route used for specimen entry into the laboratory
• Assumes independent responsibility for all clerical report and specimen intake computer functions in the laboratory
• Follows established procedures for the environment of care and laboratory safety
• Utilizes judicious use of time, supplies, equipment and resources
• Utilizes time management skills to complete work
• Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance as needed.
• Utilizes appropriate chain of command
• Utilizes courtesy and sensitivity, demonstrates effective and respectful communication
• Cooperates with staffing and scheduling requirements to meet the needs of the department/Network
• Performs other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills and Attributes

• Must have the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic
• Accepts responsibility for learning and maintaining knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures
• Accepts responsibility for remaining current on department based competencies, including all regulatory requirements
• Accepts responsibility for remaining current on procedures for the environment of care and laboratory safety
• Accepts responsibility for learning appropriate specimen collection procedures

Education/Skills/Experience:

• High school education / GED is required
• 2 years laboratory experience is required or Bachelor’s degree in Life Science can substitute for the required experience

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) phlebotomy certification (PBT) is preferred