Laboratory Assistant II

KAISER; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

NALHE is seeking an individual to assist in a California laboratory under the direction of the Laboratory Director and Manager. The role includes phlebotomy, processing specimens, and performing clerical tasks in accordance with California lab laws.

Responsibilities include drawing blood, ensuring proper specimen collection, documenting results, and communicating with physicians. This position may involve supervision of other Laboratory Assistants and daily supply management.

Responsibilities

• Draws blood from patients' finger, heel, or vein observing aseptic technique.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released lab results accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes routing, handling, and processing of specimens.
• Orders, distributes, and stocks supplies as needed.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.
• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

• Supervisory Responsibilities:This job has no su

  pervisory responsibilities.

• Compliance Accountability:

Grade: 365