Lead Clinical Laboratory Assistant - FT Rotating | San Antonio Med Center LTACH

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of San Antonio Medical Center; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A medical center in San Antonio seeks an experienced phlebotomist. Responsibilities include collecting and preparing patient samples, maintaining laboratory supplies, and ensuring excellent customer service. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of a phlebotomy program, and at least two years of relevant experience. Strong communication and infection control knowledge are essential. This position abides by local DMV laws and requires a current BLS certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of phlebotomy training program is preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a phlebotomist is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Collects and prepares human samples for analysis.
• Stocks laboratory supplies in the laboratory.
• Transports specimens to testing facility.
• Uses computer to log in patient samples.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance.
• Communicates with patients' families when necessary.

Connaissances

Venipuncture

Verbal and written communication

Electronic medical records familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Infection control knowledge

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory assistant training program

Current BLS certificate

Description du poste

Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population, as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This is a non-exempt position.

Position Responsibilities

• Collects and/or prepares human samples for analysis in a timely, efficient manner.
• Stocks laboratory supplies in the laboratory and on the nursing units.
• Transports specimens to laboratory testing facility.
• Uses computer to log in patients samples, perform inquiries and print summaries.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance, such as temperature checks.
• Exhibits knowledge of basic development of patients as noted above.
• Provides age specific data on patients as noted above.
• Communicates with the family or significant other of the patients, as noted above, when necessary.

Customer Service

• Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.
• Promotes the mission and vision of PAM Health within the work environment and the community.
• Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.

Health and Safety

• Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job.
• Participates in OSHA required training.
• Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment.
• Reports unsafe practices to management.
• Knows own role in case of an emergency.

Education and Training

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory assistant training program or comparable on-the-job training is preferred. Valid state driver’s license. PAM Health follows the DMV laws of each state and that person is responsible and required to abide by the local law. Current BLS certificate.

Experience

Minimum of two years’ experience as a phlebotomist is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy and finger sticks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Effective interpersonal skills and compassion.
• Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.