Certified Laboratory Assistant, PRN Rotating

Certified Laboratory Assistant, PRN Rotating

El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX

Level: Entry Position Type: PRN Job Shift: Rotating Education Level: High School Category:
Health Care

Under general supervision, performs venous and capillary punctures on patients, processes laboratory specimens for subsequent analysis, handles incoming telephone communication and provides instructions to patients regarding specimen collections. Independently, as appropriate, processes and files incoming and outgoing laboratory orders and reports using the L.I.S. Performs waived testing under the direction of the shift/section supervisor. Provides patient care to patients of varying ages with age related needs.

Work Experience: None License/Registration/Certification:

• National Certification as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Subsequent annual renewal of certification required.

Education and Training:

• High School graduate or equivalent education required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist Course.

Skills:

• Familiar with keyboard and CRT use.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in venipuncture and capillary techniques.
• Proficient in waived up to moderate complexity testing procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology