Lab Assistant 8021

OLSA Resources, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a phlebotomist to perform paperwork and procedures needed for specimen processing. The candidate must have a high school diploma, one year of verifiable phlebotomy experience, and appropriate certifications. Responsibilities include checking the accuracy of specimens, submitting paperwork, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Strong administrative skills and proficiency with a personal computer are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of one year of verifiable phlebotomy experience.
• Understanding compliance and safety procedures is essential.
• Proper certification must be obtained from an accredited agency.

Responsibilities

• Perform all paperwork required to process specimens.
• Record and check accuracy of specimens submitted.
• Locate and correct any discrepancies with specimens.

Skills

Administrative skills

Proficiency with numbers

Research information

Time management

Verbal communications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Grade 2 - PST meets minimum requirements and experience for client office and roving (with limited locations) positions, and patient service centers offering minimal services. Skill and comprehension level required for this category: Phlebotomy certification (where required) from an accredited agency, and a minimum of one year verifiable phlebotomy experience. Exhibit proficiency in blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of all age groups, and urine drug screen collections. Able to grasp a firm understanding of the importance of compliance and safety as outlined during new hire orientation and annual training.

Skill Requirements

• Administrative: Answer telephones, maintain logs/records, organizational skills, proficiency with numbers, research information, time management, use computerized databases, written and verbal communications.
• Machine: Personal computer.
• Physical Demands: Speech clarity, utilization of fingers and hands, standing-remaining on one’s feet in an upright position, sitting-remaining in the normal seated position, handling-seizing, holding, grasping. Moderate physical effort (up to 30 pounds); must comply with applicable safety procedures.
• Working Conditions: Possible exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens; regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases; must comply with applicable safety procedures.
• Vision Requirements: Far acuity-ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more; near acuity-ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less; depth perception-ability to judge distance and space relationships; color vision-ability to distinguish and identify different colors.
• License/Certification/Education: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one year of verifiable phlebotomy experience. Normally requires a Valid Driver’s License along with a clean driving record.

Job Description

Performs all paperwork, technical, and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens. Assigns specific computer generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy, and records all items processed. Forwards accessioned specimens to designated laboratory location(s); and locating and correcting any discrepancies. Learns and keeps familiar with lab procedures and location of stored specimens. Locates specimens and pulls from various departments as requested.