Lab Assistant Regional - Full Time

Watson Clinic LLP; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Regional Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy and specimen processing in a clinical lab. The role requires careful handling of specimens and accurate labeling and data entry.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and phlebotomy experience; familiarity with LIS systems and medical terminology is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities to work across multiple computer platforms and patient care settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with phlebotomy experience.
• Minimum one year experience as phlebotomist or laboratory assistant.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and data entry.
• Ability to adapt to multiple computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Phlebotomy skills to obtain specimens and maintain specimen integrity.
• Verifies accurate patient information and proper labeling of specimens.
• Accurate data entry in LIS and specimen accessioning.
• Assist patients and provide instructions on specimen collection and handling.
• Process specimens for accuracy, efficiency, and productivity.
• Perform waived testing and produce timely results as ordered by physician.
• Maintain quality control records and logs for waived testing.
• Participate in proficiency testing for waived testing.
• Document problems and resolutions with tests and reports.
• Respond to questions from physicians and staff promptly.
• Consult reference materials and telephone support for unusual tests.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Specimen processing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIS

Job description

Full-time Description

Summary/Objective:

A Regional Laboratory Assistant performs the dual role of the phlebotomy and specimen processing positions.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Phlebotomy s kills 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, requested tests, and specimen accessioning information into the LIS
• Professional attitude with patients including assistance with patients’ questions and giving instructions on specimen collection and handling
• Processes specimens to achieve maximum accuracy, efficiency, and productivity
• Performs accurate and reproducible results of WAIVED testing as ordered by the physician producing results in a timely manner
• Performs quality control on WAIVED testing and maintains records in the appropriate log
• Participates in Proficiency Testing programs for WAIVED testing
• Tracks and maintains records and reports and provides complete and full documentation of any problem or resolution of a problem
• Responds to questions by physicians and other clinical staff in a timely manner
• Uses available reference materials and telephone support to assure the appropriate handling of tests of an unusual nature

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma required along with previous phlebotomy experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

A minimum of one year experience as a phlebotomist, Laboratory Assistant, or Laboratory Specimen Processor 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.