ER Laboratory Assistant

Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• May perform point of care testing, and associated, quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation and result reporting.

• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and receptionist duties.

• May perform blood and/or blood component processing, storing, shipping, modifying and selecting compatible products using a validated Transfusion Information System.

• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.

• Collects patient, physician, and test order information to create patient accounts, verifying identification, insurance, credentials, and requirements.

• May perform blood specimen collection, including phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups.

• Receives, processes, and transports patient specimens, including centrifugation and aliquoting sample types.

• Aliquots sample types and loads preanalytical instruments or delivers them to the testing department.

• May perform cytopreparatory staining and accessions surgical cases with knowledge of anatomy.

• May receive and set up primary specimen cultures, inoculating petri dishes for bacterial growth.

• May perform periodic preventive instrument maintenance and quality assurance procedures.

• May clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces, maintaining inventory control and supply stocking.

• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures.

• Trains new staff and students, acting as a preceptor when assigned.

• Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and support education to clinical staff.

• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.

• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.

• Other duties as assigned.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.