Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Employer retirement matching up to 5%

Career development mentorship

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Regular full-time Laboratory Associate to collect blood and other specimens, prepare them for testing, and perform pre-analytic processing in the microbiology lab. You will work closely with clinical staff, follow Lean principles, and ensure accurate specimen handling and timely transport.

Responsibilities include patient specimen collection, labeling, processing, and data entry for orders, with compliance to safety standards and

Qualifications

• High School or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and hear and distinguish speech.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform duties.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood and other specimens from patients according to established standards and procedures.
• Labels, transports or stores collected specimens as directed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Processes laboratory specimens including centrifuging, separating, measuring, storing and distributing to testing areas.
• Completes patient registration, test order data entry and pertinent sequel databases.
• Interprets inpatient and outpatient test orders to determine collection timing and specimen types.
• Performs selected point-of-care testing according to established standards.
• Maintains records and prepares supplies for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lean principles

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Job description

Location:Avera McKennan HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$18.75 - $24.50Position HighlightsThis position will primarily work alongside laboratory technical staff in the microbiology department performing microbiology culture set-ups, waived kit testing, and molecular assays.You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewOrganizes specimen collection requests, performs patient clinical laboratory specimen collection procedures, specimen transport, specimen processing, testing dispersal, point-of-care testing procedures, and other pre analytic functions following established standards and practices.What you will doCollects blood and other specimens from patients according to established standards and procedures.Labels, transports or stores collected specimens as directed in an accurate and timely manner following Lean Principles as determined by Standard Work Document.Processes all laboratory specimens to include centrifuging, separating, measuring, storing and distributing to appropriate testing areas or packaging for transport to reference laboratories.Completes patient registration, test order computer data entry and pertinent sequel databases as required by established standards and procedures.Identifies and resolves routine specimen acceptability and test order problems for on campus specimens.Refers incomplete patient information or non-routine identified problems to appropriate individuals for problem resolution.Interprets inpatient and outpatient test orders to determine appropriate collection time and specimen types to be collected.Performs selected point-of-care testing according to established standards and procedures.Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by regulatory agencies and/or federal, state, or local law.Maintains and distributes supplies and inventories.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].