LAB ASSISTANT - PART TIME

Watson Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic is seeking a Laboratory Assistant with phlebotomy skills to verify patient IDs, draw blood from patients of all ages, label specimens, and enter data into the LIS. This role emphasizes specimen integrity, accurate data entry, and professional patient interaction.

Candidates should maintain a clean, organized workspace and comply with all biosafety standards and procedures. High school diploma required; phlebotomy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a phlebotomist including phlebotomy on patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification and ensure accurate labeling of specimens.
• Draw blood from patients of all ages and maintain specimen integrity.
• Enter correct patient information into the LIS with accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked work environment and adhere to biosafety standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Patient interaction

Biomedical safety

Education

High school diploma

1 year phlebotomy experience

Job description

Description

Summary/Objective: A laboratory assistant performing phlebotomy verifies patient identification, draws blood from patients of all ages maintaining specimen integrity, labels the drawn blood for processing, and enters correct patient information into the LIS.

Essential

• Functions Phlebotomy skills are such that specimens are obtained correctly and specimen integrity is maintained.
• Verifies accurate and correct information on patients and proceeds to accurate labeling of specimens.
• Accurate data entry skills in verifying correct patient information and requested tests.
• Professional attitude with patients including assistance with patients' questions and giving instructions on specimen collection and handling.
• Maintains a well-stocked, clean, and orderly work environment.
• Adheres to all safety standards in the handling of biohazardous specimens and contaminated phlebotomy equipment.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma required.

Preferred Education and Experience: A minimum of one year experience as a phlebotomist to include phlebotomy performed on all ages and ability to adapt to multiple computer systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Basic knowledge of medical terminology and data entry skills. Knowledge of specimen collection, specimen requirements, specimen integrity and specimen handling.