Clinical Lab Assistant

Description

The Clinical Lab Assistant is responsible for the collection and processing of clinical specimens for laboratory testing. They perform data entry in the hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR). They act as a resource for the Health Centers, Wards, Emergency Room and Specialty Clinics in regards to test ordering, specimen requirements, patient preparation instructions and specimen processing requirements. The CLA also acts as a resource to HIM, Billing, Fiscal Services and Revenue Cycle to answer questions and resolve problems concerning laboratory charges on patient accounts. They manage the ABN process at point of specimen collection. The CLA maintains appropriate stockage of phlebotomy and specimen collection and processing supplies to support laboratory operations as well as providing appropriate speciment collection supplies to the Health Centers and Emergency Room and other supported areas. Performs duties safely and efficiently following laboratory and hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures. Performs other duties as required.

MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

HS Diploma required

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
2. Attention to detail
3. Accuracy in patient identification
4. Accuracy in following patient specimen labeling guidelines
5. Basic computer skills

1. Ability to prioritize workload
2. Ability to perform under stress due to emergency situations
3. Ability to maintain and work with highly confidential data

Experience in phlebotomy preferred, but not required

1. Ability to maneuver in small areas, e.g. patient rooms, ER bays, certain areas within the Pathology Department.
2. Good eye-hand coordination.
3. Excellent manual dexterity.
4. Visual acuity for work with terminals.

1. Possible exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and a potential for spills or splashes.
2. Possible exposure to higher noise levels due to refrigeration units and other electrical instrumentation.
3. Possible exposure to offensive odors.