Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - CLC Laboratory (Casual Appointment, up to 19hrs per week w/no benefits)

***This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.***

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform sample processing within the division and may perform essential phlebotomy duties as assigned.

Job Duties

• Performs the essential duties and competencies in all assignments necessary for phlebotomy or other clinical related duties.
• Performs computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
• Determines acceptability of patient samples.
• Prepares, stores, and transfers samples for testing.
• Performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Assists in maintaining records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.
• May be required to utilize company vehicle for business purposes (i.e., specimen collection or delivery), after completion of required safety training.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for policies and procedures, as assigned.
• May provide training and assess competency for staff.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors and other divisions.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications (Lab Assistant II)

• High school graduate or GED or equivalent years of education.
• Two (2) years related experience.
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in phlebotomy
• Specimen Processing
• Experience in a clinical laboratory

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred:

• Certified Phlebotomist from the following certification agencies:

o  American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP),

o  American Certification Agency (ACA),

o  American Medical Technologist (AMT),

o  National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or

o  National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Minimum Qualifications (Lab Assistant I)

• High School or GED or equivalent years of education.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or experience with Phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing preferred.
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.