Lab Assistant

Patient First; Columbia (MD); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted medical treatment

401(k) with employer match

Paid annual leave & overtime

Recruitment bonus

Patient care performance bonus

Weekend bonus

Zusammenfassung

Patient First is seeking a Lab Technician to provide quality, rapid lab results and assist in specimen collection and processing. You will follow procedures, maintain quality control, and order supplies as directed while collaborating with nurses and physicians.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to multitask in a high-volume setting, venipuncture skills, and the capacity to lift 20–50 pounds. Compensation ranges $21.50–$24.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifikationen

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent with knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing.
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100+ patients per day).
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations.
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods (4–7 hours).
• Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20–50 pounds).
• Willingness to work at any center due to staffing needs or emergencies.

Aufgaben

• Providing quality and rapid lab results with knowledge of analyses and safety procedures.
• Following procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, analysis, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Adhering to quality control policies and documenting QC activities under supervision.
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
• Notifying nurses/physicians when patient is ready for exam and communicating lab or x-ray needs.

Kenntnisse

Venipuncture

Phlebotomy

Laboratory principles

Rapid results

Multitasking

Safety procedures

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Waived testing knowledge

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Jobbeschreibung

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing quality and rapid lab results involving knowledge of laboratory analyses, proper procedures, work equipment, and safety procedures;
• Following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing, as well as for test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance of test results;
• Adhering to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting all quality control activities and maintenance under the supervision of the Lab Technician on duty;
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;
• Adhering to the established corrective action policies and procedures of the laboratory whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance and documenting those actions;
• Identifying and troubleshooting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results either by correcting the problem or notifying the Lab Technician on duty, Lab Supervisor, or Lab Consultant;
• Receiving and distributing lab supplies as needed;
• Adhering to safety policies as defined by Patient First and OSHA;
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent. Must have knowledge of laboratory principles, concepts, and methodologies sufficient to perform waived testing;
• Ability to produce rapid, reliable, quality laboratory results during periods of high volume (100 or more patients per day);
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and take initiative based on varying volume and dynamic situations;
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to use and maintain laboratory instrumentation;
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture, finger stick collections, and drug screens;
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time);
• Must be able to lift moderately heavy to heavy items (20 to 50 pounds);
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Salary Range: $21.50 - $24.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Discounted Medical treatment at any Patient First location (employees only)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match, for employees who qualify)
• Paid Annual Leave, Overtime Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Bonuses include:

• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
• Weekend bonus (center employees only)