Under direct supervision, performs clinical laboratory procedures using manual equipment. Maintains required records and data; assists laboratory technician and medical technologists.
Essential Functions:
Obtains laboratory specimens such as blood, urine, and sputum directly from patient
Using centrifuge, separates plasma or serum from whole blood; checks specimen acceptability for testing; labels, distributes, and stores samples appropriately; measures/weighs appropriate samples; provides information to technicians and technologists to be used in further laboratory testing
Maintains and operates equipment such as centrifuges used to prepare samples for testing; keeps quality control maintenance charts on such equipment as well as refrigerators and freezers within department; tends automatic equipment as appropriate to prepare specimens for analytical testing
Inoculates bacteriological specimens on culture media; prepares smears for staining
Performs input of data via computer CRT/keyboard; handles inquiries on laboratory specimen requirements and handling; keeps detailed records of all tests performed; reports laboratory findings to authorized persons
Assists in transporting items between laboratory, clinic and hospital locations; maintains packing/shipping training and certification as appropriate to remain in compliance with applicable regulations
Performs glucose testing using a Point-of-Care testing device
Performs bleeding time test under direct supervision
Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures; cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment and instruments; maintains laboratory stock of supplies and chemicals
Maintains neatness and cleanliness of work area
Maintains customer focus; demonstrates principles of service excellence in all activities
Basic Qualifications:
Three months of experience in clinical laboratory setting
High school diploma/Equivalent combination of education (lesser) & experience may be considered in leiu of requirements
Current Adult Heartsaver AED CPR or Adult CPR/AED certification (within six months of hire)
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, customer service, oral communication, teamwork, and written communication
Talking to co-workers, customers, outside vendors, and on the telephone
Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
Training/giving and receiving instructions
Mathematical ability, attention to detail (e.g. organization, prioritization, proofing), concentration, and alertness
Preferred Qualifications:
Phlebotomy experience
Phlebotomy training
Post high school coursework in biology, chemistry or related science
Certified Clinical Laboratory Phlebotomist (CLPlb) by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel, Inc. (NCA)
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing, spreadsheet, and database PC applications
