Lab Assistant II

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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