Lab Assistant

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant – Phlebotomist performs routine technical and clerical functions. The CLA performs venipuncture - capillary puncture, labels tubes and specimen containers, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; may perform CLIA waived laboratory tests. The lab assistant – phlebotomist completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.

General Functions

• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy
• Maintains specimen integrity and follows proper labeling protocols for specimens’ tubes/containers
• Processes blood and other body fluids for various analyses to be performed by either BHS or reference laboratories.
• Tests specimens, under general supervision, for clinical studies in accordance with established BHS policies and procedures
• Reports lab results accurately and responsively, recognizing abnormal or unexpected results, errors and problems with patient tests.
• Inputs and retrieves data from the laboratory computer system.
• Performs basic clerical functions
• Assists in stocking and maintaining laboratory supply inventory
• Assists with training phlebotomists or laboratory students
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs obtaining blood specimens for all age groups served.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Uses, maintains and cleans laboratory equipment and uses protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemicals, radiation and infectious hazards.
• Is knowledgeable of emergency procedures.

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of a Phlebotomy program
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Six months of hospital lab assistant - phlebotomy experience
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