Lab Assistant No X-Ray

Central Florida Health Care; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Florida Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, EKGs, and basic lab operations in collaboration with nursing and provider staff.

The role includes processing test results, quality control, and ensuring proper handling and transport of specimens. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant with phlebotomy training or at least two years of phlebotomy experience, an active BLS certification, and strong computer and organizational skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Medical Assistant with phlebotomy training or 2+ years phlebotomy experience.
• Active BLS certification.
• Phlebotomy skills.
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain proficient knowledge of CFHC’s programs’ philosophies, goals and objectives. Comply with all policies and procedures as well as state and federal guidelines.
• Understand exposure control requirements and utilize Universal Precautions.
• Provide offhours coverage as needed.
• Attend Laboratory staff meetings.
• Assist with Quality Control logs and documentation.
• Perform in-house testing expediently (including EKGs) and relay results to Nursing staff for Provider review.
• Label specimens and complete lab requisitions accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Phlebotomy training

BLS

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Stress management

HIPAA compliance

Reading forms

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cell-Dyn

Job description

Title:Lab Assistant
Reports to:Ancillary Services Manager
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Personnel Supervised:None

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position performs the daily duties of clinical lab operations and testing to include; phlebotomy, other specimen collection as ordered, EKGs, completion of lab requisitions, computer entry and data retrieval, basic x-rays if licensed and trained in x-ray technique, processing of “in-house” and “send-out” lab results in collaboration with nursing and provider staff, calibration and quality control of lab equipment, operation of Cell-Dyn, or other CBC systems, including waived and moderately complex testing, preparation of lab specimens for transport, data entry and other duties as assigned by the Ancillary Services Manager.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Medical Assistant with Phlebotomy training or minimum of two years’ experience in Phlebotomy
• Active BLS
• Phlebotomy skills
• Computer skills

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Excellent eye / hand coordination
• Ability to deal effectively with stress related to performance of multiple activities simultaneously
• Organizational skills
• Operate equipment (computers, calculators, etc.)
• Reading/understanding forms, instructions/technical information
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of safety regulations andappropriate safetymeasures, OSHA / CLIA / COLA standards, etc.
• Ability toidentifydeviations from expectations
• Ability to respond in an affirmative manner to constructive criticism

RESPONSIBILTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSinclude, but are not limited to, the following:

Obtain proficient knowledge of CFHC’s programs’ philosophies,goalsand objectives.Comply withall policies and procedures as well as state and federal guidelines.

Understand the requirements of CFHC’s exposure control plan.Utilize Universal Precautions.

Provide offhourscoverage as needed.

Attend Laboratory staff meetings.

Assist with Quality Control logs and documentation.

Perform “in-house” testing expediently, including EKGs. Date stamp and direct all lab results to Nursing staff for Provider reviewin a timely manner. Maintain back-up copies of all lab results.

Label all collected specimens and complete lab requisitions appropriately. Make necessary notation on encounter tickets for completed lab work.

Ensurethat all specimens are properly packed for transport.

Maintain daily logs of all labs obtained andinsurereceipt of all reports fromreferencelaboratory.

Follow-upon all written or verbal reports of critical lab values; report these values to the ordering provider or nurse if provider is absent.

Review all lab results for inconsistencies/errors, or problems.Follow-upwith reference laboratory on any apparentlyerroneouslab results, requestingre-evaluationas necessary. Consult lab supervisor if concernsremain.

Ensurethat a Consent form for HIV, AFP, and Drug screening is signed by the patient before obtaining these specimens.

Perform scheduled calibration and Quality Assurance testing to insureaccurate “in-house” testing. Maintain lab equipment in proper working order. Keep complete andaccurate inspection and maintenance records. Document all QA, calibrations, repairs, and/or maintenance activities.

Review all lab results toidentifyreportable diseases. Refer these results to Nurse Supervisor or lead nurse forappropriate follow-upwith the Health Department. Document referral of lab results toappropriate staff.

Maintain lab supplies in an orderly manner and in adequate quantity toensurecontinuity of services. Restock as needed. Submit supply requisitions via laboratory Supervisor according to CFHC’s procedure. Reorder supplies fromreferencelab as needed.

Assistlab relief personnel in proper performance of procedures toinsuremaximal efficiency.

Exhibit enthusiasm, dependability, skills, versatility, and dedication in daily activities.

Attend continuing education activities as recommended by your supervisor.

Participate in quality improvement by making suggestions to enhance lab services, efficiency, paperwork reduction, etc.

Demonstrateabilityto work cooperatively with other members of the medical team. Be supportive of coworkers.

Communicate with patients in a compassionate manner, maintaining HIPPAcomplianceand obtaining 2 identifiers for patient identification according to JCAHO standards.

Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times.

Keep a clean work area. Decontaminateworkarea daily and as needed.

Additional Preferred Performance Skills:

• Laboratory experience
• Bilingual

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing/walking/sitting forlong periods
• Independently mobile
• Ability to lift weight equivalents to what would be requiredwhen (and if) asked toassistand positionpatients, reposition equipment and lift supplies.
• Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, patient acuity,worksitesand work shifts.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.