Laboratory Assistant -Clinical Laboratory 1

Talented Medical Solutions; California (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the Clinical Laboratory in Willits, CA. The role involves collecting blood specimens, handling and processing them for testing, and performing related pre- and post-analytic tasks.

Responsibilities include specimen accessioning, patient registration entries, and ensuring accurate documentation while maintaining a clean and compliant work area in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required in CA; Associate's/Technical Degree preferred
• 1 year of experience in phlebotomy preferred
• Licensed CPT I (CPTI) required in CA; CPT or CPTII required depending on location
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens for a variety of laboratory tests using age-appropriate techniques
• Receives, sorts, and accession specimens with proper labeling and routing
• Completes computerized tasks for patient registration and test order entry
• Performs post-analytic tasks such as reporting results and organizing files
• Maintains inventory and clean, organized work area; escalates priority tasks as needed
• Adheres to all regulations and safety policies to ensure patient privacy and quality care

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Patient care

Time management

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent

Tools

Cerner PathNet

Job description

Laboratory Assistant -Clinical Laboratory 1

Talented Medical Solutions

Contract

In-Office | Willits, CA, United States

26 weeks, 40 hrs, Variable Shift, 0830 - 1700; 1030 - 1900; 1400 - 2230. Must have CPT 1, 1 year of experience. Rotating weekends. No Call. Detail-oriented, organized, fast learner, and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nestled in the Gateway to the Redwoods, Howard Memorial takes pride in its legacy of providing exceptional, high-quality care since 1928. We are comprised of a state-of-the-art 74,000 square foot facility, with four surgery suites, an on-site farm-to-fork restaurant, and 25 beautiful private rooms designed with healing and comfort in mind. We provide a wide range of primary and specialty care services to best serve our community. Willits is home to excellent trails and nature areas for hikers, campers, and bicyclists. Whether it is the climate, moderate cost of living, or just the small-town atmosphere, it is a place where everyone receives a warm welcome and is treated like family.

Job Summary:

Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles, and processes specimens for Laboratory testing.

Receives, sorts, and accession specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow.

Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving, and processing.

Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens.

Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked, and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work.

Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Experience in Phlebotomy in acute care environment: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications: Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI) license: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications: Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII): Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

Collects blood specimens for a variety of Laboratory tests using age-appropriate techniques; handles/transports Lab specimens and provides post-phlebotomy care to patients.

Receives specimens for testing; assesses specimens upon receipt according to established criteria to determine acceptability and takes action according to protocol, including escalating to licensed or certified personnel for direction.

Handles and processes a variety of specimen types to prepare them for analysis; adheres to protocols to maintain specimen integrity at all times.

Completes computerized tasks as appropriate for affiliate to ensure complete patient registration and/or test order entry into the lab information system, as well as generation of collection lists and/or labels.

Prepares and/or packages specimens for transport to another facility or outside reference laboratory and may complete computer steps necessary for processing referred specimens.

Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies in work area and/or on phlebotomy cart.

Maintains required records by completing basic documentation of pre-analytic and post-analytic work, as well as quality-related tasks.

Participates in managing the laboratory workflow by performing duties such as monitoring pending work, escalating priority work, locating specimens, and coordinating specimen recollections.

Verbally communicates released/reported results.

Routes, distributes, and retransmits released/reported results.

Stores and retrieves specimens.

Receives incoming calls for the laboratory and assists the caller as appropriate or transfers these calls to the appropriate laboratory section or person.

Communicates with customer to clarify ambiguous, unclear, or duplicate test orders. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Our facility is committed to the safety and well-being of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

""Total Bed Count: 21_ #Bed Types and How Divided: N/A Staffing Ratios: Days: 07:30 - 16:00, 14:00 - 22:30, 07:00 - 15:30 (micro), 12:00 - 20:30 (micro) Nights: 22:00 - 08:0 Weekends: The same as above Schedule Requirements: Call Required: No Weekend Coverage: Every other Weekend Scheduling Type: Lab Management Team Documentation System: Cerner Pathnet Communication: Outlook, Huddles, Department Meetings""