Lab Assistant II

Tenet Healthcare; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform routine technical and clerical functions, including venipuncture, specimen receipt, and distribution of laboratory specimens in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires phlebotomy training or experience, a high school diploma, and certification where required by state law; preferred candidates may have an associate degree and national certification. Training and support are offered within Tenet Healthcare's network.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: 1 year of laboratory experience or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
• Certification/Registration: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires.
• Preferred: Associate degree in the laboratory or medical-related field.
• Preferred: National phlebotomy certification (ASCP/ANP/ASPT or similar).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing.
• Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens.
• Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.
• Will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests as requested.
• Will assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team-work

Laboratory equipment

Data entry

Attention to detail

Pre-analytical variables

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in laboratory or medical-related field

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Laboratory information system

Medical software

Job description

Overview

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Position Summary

Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing.
• Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens.
• Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned.
• Will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.
• Will assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens, as requested.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Skills Required:
  • Interpersonal skills to interact in a professional and competent manner using effective listening, verbal and written communications with patients, clients, laboratory colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
  • Service orientation actively looking for ways to care through respect, courtesy, empathy and warmth when communicating with patients and clients.
  • Aware of response to others by using feedback, listening skills, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
  • Team-work skills contributing to departmental success.
  • Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers and medical software.
  • Accurate data entry into medical software.
  • Attention to detail to verify relevant data and process specimens ensuring appropriate specimens are handled, packaged and shipped to the designated laboratory according to established protocols and specimen integrity.
  • Understands the pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
  • Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements.
  • Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and accomplish work accurately and timely.
  • Demonstrates problem solving by taking the appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Experience: 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
  • Certification/Registration: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Education: Associate degree in the laboratory or medical‑related field from an accredited institution
  • Experience: Basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience.
  • Certification/Registration: Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar

Organization Description

A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team!

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