LAB ASSISTANT - PART TIME

Paylocity; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking a laboratory assistant to perform phlebotomy, verify patient identities, draw blood from patients of all ages, label specimens, and enter correct patient information into the LIS.

The role requires meticulous attention to specimen integrity, adherence to safety standards for biohazardous materials, and excellent data-entry skills. Preferred is at least one year of phlebotomy experience and familiarity with multiple computer systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Preferred: at least one year of phlebotomy with patients of all ages.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and data entry.
• Familiarity with specimen collection, handling, and test requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and verifies patient identification.
• Labels specimens accurately.
• Enters patient information into the LIS correctly.
• Maintains specimen integrity.
• Maintains a clean, well-stocked work area.
• Adheres to safety standards for biohazardous specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Patient interaction

Safety procedures

Specimen handling

Lab environment maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Multiple computer systems

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.