Nebraska Methodist Health System · 17 hours ago
Lab Assistant - Laboratory - Full Time - Evenings
Fremont, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expNebraska Methodist Health System is dedicated to providing exceptional care to the communities they serve. They are seeking a Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures, ensuring timely and accurate laboratory testing while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Performs patient procedures to include phlebotomy and other specimen collection, while adhering to departmental policies and procedures, to ensure the integrity of patient and sample identification and quality
Patients are identified by verifying the patient wristband information against the patient requisition information according to the Medical Center and department policies
Patients are prepared for phlebotomy, culture, and urine collection procedures according to routine and special phlebotomy protocol to include: routine venipuncture, capillary collection, heel sticks, blood bank collection, legal blood alcohol, therapeutic drugs, patient's with IV's, mastectomy patients, and any other miscellaneous phlebotomy procedures
Tolerance test solutions are calculated, measured, prepared, and given according to procedure to include: glucose, lactose, dextrose, and d-xlose
Patient samples are collected and labeled correctly and within acceptable response time (STAT response 5 minutes or less, timed specimens + 15 minutes, routine at designated intervals, outpatients < 15 minutes.) according to policies and procedures
Post phlebotomy and specimen collection care are followed according to procedure
Specimens are processed and distributed according to procedure to ensure optimal specimen integrity
Specimens are collected in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) before distribution to the appropriate laboratory department
Reference clinic specimens are identified, centrifuged, separated, and labeled according to procedure, before being distributed to the appropriate laboratory department
Send-out reference laboratory specimens are prepared and shipped with appropriate paperwork and ordered in a timely manner
Performs computer, clerical, and receptionist duties so patient demographic and data information is available as needed for patient care and satisfaction
Patient orders are found in Centralized Scheduling System, printed, and entered in the LIS in a timely manner
Patient orders are entered in an accurate and timely manner to include correct data in all appropriate fields
Reports are printed, faxed, called, and distributed according to request and protocol
Computer maintenance is performed on schedule or as needed and documented
Interacts with and addresses all client needs in a professional and courteous manner
Communicates with physicians and physician staff with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality
Demonstrates ability to handle inquiries about test requirements, preparation and projected turn-around-time
Knowledge of result procedures and content so as to help answer physician and staff inquiries
Ability to investigate and follow-up with Technologist, Lab Director and/or Pathologist for difficult inquiries by clients. Assure information is relayed in a complete and timely manner
Employee stays abreast of policy and procedural changes. Maintains competency in all technical, computer, and clerical functions
Competency is completed to meet all technical, computer, and clerical functions
Complies with Methodist Fremont Health (MFH) safety policies and procedures and regulatory requirements e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), etc
Performs job duties in a manner consistent with organization and departmental safety policies and procedures
Completes departmental safety requirements, (i.e., Blitz, departmental in-services, etc.) on an annual basis
Employee provides courier services for outreach clients if and when needed
Handles the specimen in a manner which ensures optimal condition for testing. (Temperature, light exposure, leakage, ordered/packaged properly-OSHA compliant.)
Interacting professionally and courteously with physicians and staff
Deliver results and supplies as needed and consistent with regulatory guidelines
Performs any other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses, required
Ability to type 35 wpm
Ability to complete 10 key
Knowledge of computers
Able to organize and prioritize work demands and handle multiple tasks
Knowledge of basic phlebotomy, specimen collection, selection, handling and storage activities
Must exhibit good customer service skills
Able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Medium work – exerting up to 50 pounds of force
Preferred
One year of health care related experience preferred
One year medical or laboratory assistant experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Excellent benefits
Company
Nebraska Methodist Health System
Our mission is simple: improving the health of our communities by the way we care, educate and innovate.
5001-10000 employees
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