Laboratory Assistant PRN

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist for a PRN position to support specimen collection and processing. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen labeling, registration, and maintaining accurate records in the LIS while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires familiarity with specimen collection procedures, attention to detail, and ability to work with diverse patient populations under supervision.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.
• Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, Paramedic or EMT certification preferred.
• Requires 2+ years experience performing registration, clerical duties, and sending out of specimen processing.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process specimens and submit to referral laboratories.
• Perform venipunctures and/or finger sticks across age groups.
• Maintain patient identification procedures and documentation.
• Use the lab information system for registration and ordering.
• Clerical duties and communication with physicians and patients.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Effective communication

Privacy & Security awareness

Disaster readiness

Education

Vocational/Technical Degree

Clinical laboratory experience

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Laboratory Assistant PRN? At Ogden Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist

performs any three of the following non-technical functions under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager or director. They collect specimens, process specimens, submit and monitor specimens submitted to the referral laboratories and patient registration. Performs duties consistent with written procedures and regulatory requirements. Supports the department in achieving department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment, and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
• Demonstrates proficiency in venipunctures and/or finger sticks on pediatric, neonatal, adults and geriatric patients 3. Demonstrates proficiency in heel sticks on infants (as patient population requires)
• Utilizes supplies appropriately
• Follows established procedures for patient identification and specimen collection based test orders
• Completes appropriate specimen collection documentation
• Educates patient and/or family regarding specimen collection procedures prior to obtaining specimen
• Uses computer information system relative to job functions
• Responsible for clerical duties (i.e., faxing, phones, pneumatic tube system, reports)
• Demonstrates ability to deal with priorities first and plans for completion of duties
• Reviews Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and pending specimen collections/accessioning issues; takes action as appropriate
• Receives laboratory specimens into the laboratory information system
• Performs registration and order entry procedures, as requested, with accuracy, and in a timely manner
• Labels specimens and aliquots according to established protocols and according to testing ordered
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of specimen collection and testing requirements as well as specimen rejection criteria
• Centrifuges and aliquots specimens appropriately, based on specimen type and tests ordered.
• Prepares specimens to be ready for courier pick-up and includes special instructions as requested by physician orders
• Discards laboratory specimens according to established schedule
• Performs periodic preventive maintenance and quality assurance procedures as assigned
• Collects chain-of-custody drug collections according to establish policy (as laboratory may require)
• Keeps appropriate records/documentation relating to specimen problems and other problems encountered, takes corrective action as necessary to ensure validity and accuracy of testing
• Cleans the area upon emergency spills of specimens
• Assesses specimen requirements for referral testing and troubleshoots any specimen requirement and/or referral testing specimen or order entry issues.
• Processes, sorts, and prepares specimens for submission to referral laboratories for testing in accordance with specimen requirements for tests ordered.
• Regularly monitors and reviews the status of referred testing to assure that results are received and made available to physicians within established turnaround times.
• Reviews Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and pending referral testing issues; takes action as appropriate
• Communicates and troubleshoots any problem specimens in a timely manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to interact with co-workers in a team environment, promoting a harmonious and cooperative working environment.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service practices in all interactions.
• Effectively communicate with all personnel to exchange accurate and timely technical information.
• May assist in communication to customers, floors, physicians regarding problem and/or pending
• specimens.
• Requires 2 + years experience performing registration, clerical duties, and sending out of specimen processing 6. Follows safety policies and procedures
• Protects sensitive and confidential information by actively participating in the Privacy & Security Awareness program
• Adheres to company policies and standards regarding security
• Completes assigned courses and training on an annual basis
• Available to work during disasters

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Vocational/Technical Degree Preferred
• 1-3 years in a clinical laboratory setting preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, Paramedic or EMT certification preferred.

Ogden Regional Medical Center has been delivering exceptional care for over 75 years. Our 230 plus bed hospital offers a full array of medical services. We are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare. Ogden Regional is a certified Level II Trauma Center, Stroke Center, and Joint Center.

Affiliated with our hospital is Pleasant View Emergency Center . This fully equipped, freestanding facility features board-certified physicians. Our nurses and technicians are specially trained in emergency medical care and available on a 24/7 basis.

Located 10 miles north of our main hospital, PVER features 10 plus treatment rooms, comprehensive imaging technology and a medical laboratory onsite, which help to ensure accurate and prompt care.

Ogden Regional Medical Center and Pleasant View Emergency Center sit at the heart of the Wasatch Mountain range. The area has abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, rock climbing, watersports and three ski resorts within a half-hour drive; Ogden offers the lure of outdoor living and the culture of city life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.