Lab Assistant II

Job Description

The Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomist II will perform phlebotomy, appropriate to the position, and in compliance with standards, hospital policies, protocols, and procedures.

Responsible for correctly identifying patient specimens, specimen processing, specimen acceptability, and the performance of laboratory testing which is reported under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor I and Medical Technologists II. Responsible for efficient handling of Laboratory specimen receipt in a timely manner. Provide coverage of specimen receipt area (front desk) on an as needed basis.

Responsible for all aspects of phlebotomy, employing safe, accurate and professional sample collection and processing; computer data entry as required; promptly completes all assigned tasks with accuracy and on schedule; collects, reports and documents patient data related to phlebotomy and communicates effectively with the patient’s RN of changes or needs regarding phlebotomy collections. The employee can expect to care for patients ranging in age from neonate through geriatric.

Responsible for instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and resolution of problems; maintains inventory of supplies and restocking supplies on carts.

Assists and coordinates with nursing and lab staff as needed and requested, subject to Supervisor approval and notification, during low volume times if no other non-phlebotomist duties have been assigned.

Must attend/participate in mandatory education programs as defined or directed by hospital and departmental policy.

Recognizes their role and participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team working towards Jackson Hospital’s mission, vision, Standards of Performance, and goal of meeting all customers’ expectations.

Requirements

1. Education: High School

2. Experience: 1 year as Lab Assistant I experience, and 1 year at Jackson Hospital and/or an Associate Degree in Science.

3. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Phlebotomy Certification

4. Equipment/Tools/Work Aids: PC computers, copier, fax, printers, venipuncture, Phlebotomy scanner, Label creator.

5. Specialized Skills: Work requires working knowledge of lab receiving and sample quality, phlebotomy, perform the clerical function associated with specimen receipt, perform competently the tests that you are responsible to report under technical supervision.

6. Physical Requirements: Good eyesight, hearing and the physical ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods. Manual dexterity and good eye/hand coordination. Periodic heavy lifting (30-50lb) required for reagents and storage boxes. Routine bending, stooping, squatting, and overhead use of arms for retrieving and stocking supplies/reagents. Must be able to operate the equipment used for the job.