Assistant - Clinical Lab

Primary City/State

Osborn Medical Center - 7400 E Osborn Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Category

Laboratory Services Shift

Day Department

LAB Outside Lab

 Shift Hours: Monday-Wednesday 0700-1930




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Responsibilities


 JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with specified technical procedures in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Performs a variety of tasks requiring skills in phlebotomy and general office to include customer service, clerical and computer/data entry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Retrieves specimens from pneumatic tube system and initiates processing. Prepares samples for analysis by manual or automated methods in accordance with instructions in the section procedure manual and defined standards of performance. Distributes to work areas and loads specimens on designated instruments where applicable. Performs department specific duties to assist tech (i.e. blood bank, micro).
• Prepares specimens to be sent out for reference testing including: completing of requisition, packaging, storage and notification to courier for pickup.
• Performs and documents instrument function verification, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure proper operation according to section guidelines.
• Answers telephone and follows through with requests. Maintains inventory and stock supplies. Reviews all laboratory/hospital system policies, procedures and communications. Assists in training new staff and students.
• Performs phlebotomy as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED Required

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years, to 5 years phlebotomy/CLA experience Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Technologist (AMT) - Certification, American Certified Office Laboratory Technician (COLT) Required or
• Certificate of Completion for Laboratory Assisting program from an accredited school Required or
• Certificate of Completion Laboratory Assistant Program Required or
• Certificate of Completion of Laboratory Assisting Program Required or
• Equivalent certification Required or
• No certification required for individuals with 1 to 2 years lab experience Required or
• Certified Office Laboratory Technician or equivalent Preferred or

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