White Rock Medical Center ยท 4 months ago
Laboratory Assistant (Full Time & PRN)
White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near White Rock Lake, specializing in a wide range of medical services. They are seeking a Laboratory Assistant responsible for collecting, preparing, and processing patient specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to healthcare regulations.
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Responsibilities
Perform venipuncture (as needed), capillary puncture, and other specimen collection procedures
Properly label, handle, and transport specimens to the laboratory for processing (as needed)
Ensure accurate patient identification and maintain specimen integrity
Prepare and process specimens for testing, including centrifugation and aliquoting
Prepare and process specimens for send out to appropriate reference labs
Maintain phlebotomy and send-out supplies and ensure proper inventory levels
Enter patient and specimen data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Assist laboratory staff with clerical duties and basic laboratory tasks
Follow infection control and safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure a safe working environment
Adhere to all regulatory standards, including COLA, HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA guidelines
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures
Preferred
Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred
Completion of an accredited phlebotomy or medical laboratory assistant program preferred
Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) by ASCP, AMT, or equivalent preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
Employee programs and events.
Paid Time Off and 7 Company Holidays.
Employer paid life insurance.
Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.