Laboratory Aide

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Under the direction of the Laboratory Clinical Coordinator, Market Director of Laboratory Services and Laboratory Supervisor or Manager, the clinical laboratory assistant assists in specimen collection, receiving, processing, distribution of specimens, clerical duties including accessioning, receptionist duties, processing specimens for Reference laboratory send outs, monitoring tube stations (when equipped) and distribution of samples.

• Accepts specimens and requisitions from external and internal customers utilizing excellent customer service skills.
• Accurately registers specimens and logs into Laboratory Information System (LIS) and evaluates specimen adequacy and acceptability.
• Identifies patients/specimens using two unique patient identifiers and accurately labels specimen containers.
• Process specimens from the tube system (if applicable). Performs specimen processing as needed. For example, proper identification, aliquoting, special handling, and required documentation.
• Follows established procedures and policies including infection control and blood borne pathogens. Handles chemicals according to established safety protocols.
• Meets defined workload productivity standards. Works accurately and proficiently.
• Follows established procedures and policies to obtain optimal test turn-around-times, including, but not limited to single piece flow.
• Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in relationships with co-workers and other personnel. Serves an effective representative to physicians, nurses, patients, and visitors in a courteous and empathetic manner.
• Participates in teaching peers.
• Handles incoming and outgoing telephone calls utilizing good customer service skills and knowledge of the laboratory.
• Performs pickups as needed for on campus offices.
• Follows up on and documents out of range temperatures, missing or inadequate specimens, and missing specimens.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Training:
  Good communication and organizational skills; good time management skills; keyboarding accuracy and speed is essential.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care