Clinical Lab Support Specialist

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Non-Phlebotomist to provide clerical and technical support to Clinical Laboratory Scientists. You will screen specimens, process samples, and handle lab reports while communicating professionally with patients and staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of lab testing assistance experience. Fire Life Safety training is required if not already held.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in laboratory testing assistance, preferably in an acute care facility.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program (preferred).
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CA DPH) preferred.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) required within 30 days of hire if not already obtained.

Responsibilities

• Receives and screens specimens per guidelines.
• Processes, distributes or packages specimens (except Blood Bank and Anatomic Pathology).
• Handles inquiries for lab results, specimen status and general information.
• Interacts professionally with patients, co-workers and guests, considering patient age.
• Assists in performing and documenting laboratory testing, equipment maintenance and function checks.
• Adheres to Hospital and Department policies and procedures.
• Carries out additional clinical and clerical duties as needed.
• Maintains professional growth and participates in Quality Improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Clerical support

Specimen handling awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Graduate from accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Fire Life Safety Training

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Non-Phlebotomist to provide clerical and technical support to Clinical Laboratory Scientists. You will screen specimens, process samples, and handle lab reports while communicating professionally with patients and staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of lab testing assistance experience. Fire Life Safety training is required if not already held.