Lab Assistant - Specimen Management

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Springfield, Oregon is hiring a Lab Assistant - Specimen Management for a full-time, day shift. The role involves phlebotomy, specimen handling, and LIS use to support patient care. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma and may have phlebotomy training or experience. You will work with a clinical team to ensure accurate testing, timely results, and safe specimen processing in a hospital laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy training or 6 months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, delivers, and picks up items to ensure specimen integrity and safety.
• Collects and labels specimens; processes per guidelines and documents.
• Performs data entry of demographics and test orders into LIS.
• Receives, handles, sorts, processes, or packages specimens.
• Answers client questions about specimen requirements and results.
• Performs waived testing as assigned and recognizes abnormal results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Independent work

LIS software

Prioritization under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Clinical lab experience preferred

Phlebotomy training / 6 months experience preferred

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Specimen processing tools

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Lab Assistant - Specimen Management for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $20.56 - $32.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. May perform phlebotomy services, specimen collection/handling, utilize knowledge of department procedures and computerized Lab Information Systems (LIS), and support patients with information and direction utilizing laboratory services. Assists lab staff with delivering patient care, distributing lab results and reports, and operation of laboratory equipment.

Essential Functions

• Prepares, delivers, and picks up items in accordance with health and safety regulations and laboratory policies to ensure specimen integrity, quality patient care, and caregiver safety.
• Collects and labels specimens for requested testing, processes specimen according to established guidelines and completes documentation for the specimen.
• Performs data entry of patient demographics and tests ordered. Performs all paperwork, technical, and nontechnical procedures required to process and submit specimens.
• Receives, handles, sorts, processes, or packages specimens.
• Receives and makes telephone calls and uses computer terminal and reference guides to provide information and answer questions from clients and patients, regarding specimen requirements, test results and other client requests.
• Performs waived testing as assigned. Recognizes abnormal results and follows up as defined in standard operating procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent
• Preferred: Prior clinical laboratory experience
• Preferred: 6 months of phlebotomy experience or proof of completion of a phlebotomy training program

Skills

• Able to approach, communicate and positively interact with patients and health care professionals while performing their duties, frequently under stressful conditions. (Required)
• Able to work without supervision but know when to consult with supervisory personnel for assistance in determining appropriate actions. (Required)
• Able to use the electronic laboratory information system. Must perform work activities in accordance with established policies and procedures. (Required)
• Able to recognize the various levels of service (routine to critical) demanded of the laboratory and prioritize work and adjust working style to accommodate said demands. (Required)
• Able to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks at one time. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Lab Assistant - Specimen Processor

• Receives, processes, and distributes specimens to technical departments. Prepares specimens and forms for testing at the laboratory and for transport to external reference laboratories.

Working Conditions

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment (i.e. stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Frequent reaching/ grasping.
• Occasional bending/ stooping.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 25 lbs. force. Occasional up to 50 lbs. force.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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