Technical Laboratory Assistant - Lab Float Pool, casual

ohiohealth; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a phlebotomy-focused technician to support the Dawson Supplemental Staff unit. You will perform phlebotomy and specimen processing, communicate with clinicians and patients, and assist with computer-based LIS tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and 6 months to 1 year of phlebotomy experience. Strong customer service and accuracy are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 6 months to 1 year phlebotomy or specimen processing experience.
• Associates working in skilled nursing facilities must carry auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing up to 70% of duties, following safety and infection-control practices.
• Handle computer tasks (LIS, e-Source) for 15% of duties.
• Train new employees and students (5%).
• Ensure regulatory compliance with NPSG, CAP, OSHA, JCAHO, CMS, and lab policies.
• Maintain competencies and required education (ACE); perform miscellaneous tasks.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication skills

Computer skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Active Driver's License

Phlebotomy experience 6 months - 1 year

Job description

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

• 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.
• 15% Associated computer related tasks (i.e. LIS, e-Source)
• 5% Training new employees and students
• 5% Adherence to regulatory compliance including National Patient Safety Goals, CAP, OSHA, JCAHO, CMS, OSH and Laboratory Policies and Procedures.
• 5% Maintaining competencies, mandatory required education (ACE). Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School or GED (Required)
• DL - Driver's License - Department of Motor Vehicles
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6 months - 1 year experience in phlebotomy and/or specimen processing
• Associates working in a skilled nursing facility setting are required to have an active driver's license and carry personal auto insurance

Additional Job Description

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Customer Service
• Computer skills
• Communication skills
• Medical Terminology

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Needed

Department

Dawson Supplemental Staff

Join us!

... if your passion is to work in a caring environment

... if you believe that learning is a life-long 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 person 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