Technical Laboratory Assistant

OhioHealth; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a Technical Laboratory Assistant who excels in phlebotomy and laboratory procedures. This role is crucial in delivering exceptional patient care and involves a variety of technical and clerical tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to safety and quality. Join a team that values lifelong learning and strives for excellence in the healthcare industry, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of phlebotomy (6 months to 1 year).
• Previous clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing adhering to safety practices.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians, clients, and patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

e-Source

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Job Description Summary

The TLA demonstrates the ability to perform phlebotomy and a variety of technical and clerical functions in the Laboratory based on the needs of the individual campus. He/she performs routine laboratory procedures based on principles of human growth and development according to established lab guidelines using customer focus, teamwork, adaptability to change, problem solving, communication and personal excellence. Position handles blood, tissue, fecal matter, sputum, urine, spinal fluid and other body fluids. Specimens may be contaminated with infectious diseases including HIV and other blood borne pathogens.

Responsibilities And Duties

1. 70% Phlebotomy and/or specimen processing depending on job location. Adherence to Safety and Infection Control practices. Customer service to clinicians and clients. Must be comfortable and professional on the telephone, able to communicate with physician office staff and clinical staff, and laboratory associates. Must be able to communicate with patients and their families, and use service recovery where necessary.
2. 15% Associated computer related tasks (i.e., LIS, e-Source)
3. 5% Training new employees and students
4. 5% Adherence to regulatory compliance including National Patient Safety Goals, CAP, OSHA, JCAHO, CMS, OSH and Laboratory Policies and Procedures.
5. 5% Maintaining competencies, mandatory required education (ACE). Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED (Required). Driver's License - Department of Motor Vehicles.

Additional Job Description

Knowledge of phlebotomy 6 months to 1 year. Previous clinical experience.

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Core Lab

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a lifelong process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.