Lab Technical Assistant I -PRN

Veterans in Healthcare; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 28,860 - 43,297; Part time

Job summary

Veterans in Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Technical Assistant in Yuma, Arizona. This role involves collecting and processing biological specimens while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Successful candidates will demonstrate communication skills and teamwork in a laboratory setting.

This is a pro re nata (as needed) position with a pay rate ranging from $20.95 to $31.43 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Fleet safety clearance is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary methods.
• Maintain specimen integrity and proper labeling.
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for the collection, receipt, processing, and transport of biological specimens into the laboratory while adhering to standards of practice and universal precautions at all times. The Laboratory Technical Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Testing Program Supervisor to provide lab support by performing registrations, clerical duties, waived testing, and other duties as assigned. This position collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality service to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates respect and regard for all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Acts as a receptionist, greets patients, and answers telephone inquiries.
• Shows commitment to patients by performing appropriate collections, testing, education and providing informational support.
• Positively identifies each patient by soliciting the patient’s full name and date of birth, at a minimum or by other acceptable identification defined by laboratory policy.
• Compares the patient’s given information against the armband (if applicable), medical record and each requisition sheet before any procedure is performed.
• Performs blood collections by venipuncture and capillary methods for all age groups.
• Demonstrates competency with all phlebotomy equipment (i.e., Butterflies, syringes, needle device, lancet, transfer devices, etc.).
• Consistently performs blood collections using established laboratory procedures (i.e., proper patient identification, proper tube selection, etc.).
• Properly identifies and labels specimens in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.
• Maintains acceptable specimen rejection rates.
• Properly utilizes laboratory information system (LIS) to enter laboratory orders for outpatients, nursing homes, outside providers, etc.
• Verifies that orders are correctly transcribed, and resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory for further clarification, and notifying supervisor of unresolved orders or order discrepancies.
• Receives, processes, prepares and stabilizes specimens for both hospital laboratory testing and referral laboratory testing in a timely manner.
• Assumes responsibility and appropriately follows through on reference laboratory send‑out specimens.
• Focuses on quality by ensuring that all work performed is accurate, complete and performed within the time frames defined by the department.
• Tracks, locates and investigates any delayed or missing specimens.
• Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures.
• Follows established methods and practices and demonstrates basic problem‑solving skills.
• Meets department standards for productivity and quality.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to organizational policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and professional standards.
• Demonstrates awareness and complies with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements related to their area of responsibility.
• Transports specimens and supplies to and from surrounding locations using department vehicles.
• Maintains YRMC fleet safety clearance and performs basic maintenance checks on laboratory vehicles.
• Participates in departmental financial responsibilities through the appropriate use of supplies and materials and assists with inventory management.
• Maintains inventory, ordering, and ensuring phlebotomy supplies are adequate and are within expiration date.
• Participates in department initiatives to reduce costs and improve service.
• Communicates effectively, courteously and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Interacts with coworkers with an emphasis on teamwork and a focus on customer service.
• All employees must be able to work all areas, departments, and shifts as assigned.
• Attends meetings and remains current with internal and external communications (i.e. e‑mail, newsletters, etc.).
• Acknowledges and understands the importance of 'Patient Rights' and privacy (HIPAA).
• Promotes, supports and exhibits behavior consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Yuma Regional Medical Center.
• Completes core competencies, organizational and departmental assignments and/or requirements on time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED.
• Fleet Safety Clearance.

Benefits / Salary

Work Status: PRO RE NATA | AS NEEDED | 8.00 Hours Every Two Weeks Shift: Days Pay Rate Type: Hourly. Salary Range: Min $20.95, Mid $26.19, Max $31.43. Location: Foothills, Yuma, AZ.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.