Clinical Lab Assistant, Per Diem, Pompton Plains, NJ

Atlantic Health System; Pequannock Township (NJ); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Atlantic Health System in New Jersey seeks a Clinical Lab Assistant under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor to support timely workflow across departments. You will register patients, order tests, and verify information, ensuring accurate specimen handling and timely processing.

You will assist with loading samples, operating equipment, and maintaining temperatures and proper documentation. Additionally, you will monitor inventory, utilize HIS/LIS software, participate in staff

Responsabilités

• Performs patient registration and test ordering, verifies patient information, ensures timely specimen handling.
• Evaluates and prepares specimens for testing, ensuring proper labeling, distribution, storage, and processing according to established guidelines.
• Assists with loading of samples, operates and troubleshoots laboratory equipment as required.
• Monitors and manages supply inventory, checks expiration dates, stores items, and keeps storage areas organized.
• Demonstrates proficiency in HIS and LIS software applications for job-related functions.
• Assists with training of new team members or students and completes mandatory continuing education.
• Follows PPE protocols and maintains a clean, safe workspace.
• Follows approved standard operating policies and procedures.

Description du poste

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Clinical Lab Assistant (CLA) ensures timely workflow, maintains proper documentation, follow s safety and compliance protocols, and provides widespread support across laboratory departments.

• Specimen Processing:
  • Performs patient registration and test ordering, verifies patient information, ensures timely specimen handling, and resolves processing issues to maintain accuracy and efficient workflow.
  • Evaluates and prepares specimens for testing, ensuring proper labeling, distribution, storage, and processing according to established guidelines.
• Equipment:
  • Assists technical Team Members by performing duties assigned in loading of samples, performing maintenance.
  • Operates laboratory equipment according to procedures, troubleshoots issues or contacts support, documents temperatures, and maintains a clean, organized workspace as required.
• Inventory Management:
  • Monitors and manages supply inventory, checks expiration dates, stores received items and keeps the storage areas clean and organized.
• System Utilization:
  • Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software applications for job-related functions.
• Training and Education:
  • Assists with training of new team members or students as required. Completes mandatory continuing education.
• Safety:
  • Follows PPE protocols and ensures a clean, safe workspace.
• Document Control:
  • Follows all approved standard operating policies and procedures