Lab Assistant

Job Summary: Collects venous and capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients on site and off site. Collects nasal and throat swabs from inpatients and outpatients on site and off site. Cleans and stocks pick-up carts and trays. Orders lab tests in the computer with Medical Necessity. Receives laboratory specimens. Check orders for accuracy. Fax results and answer phones. Job Responsibilities: Demonstrates specific specimen collection skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual. 2. Demonstrates specific specimen processing skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual. 3. Demonstrates specific laboratory outpatient skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual. 4. Represents the department in a professional manner. Qualifications Service and Quality Standards: Service Is Customer focused Anticipates customer needs Adheres to customer service standards Is Competent, caring and compassionate Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior to customers and coworkers People Is conversation conscious Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information Is positive in interactions with others Is courteous and respectful Promotes a harassment free environment Inspires the trust of others Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest. Quality Is excellent in patient care and service Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback Is safety conscious Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives Is involved with improvement efforts Supports performance improvement Seeks ways to improve systems and services Shows commitment to improvement efforts Meets mandatory educational requirements Growth Is a loyal ambassador Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision Is active and involved Supports hospital initiatives Champions innovation and supports change Is a positive role model Fosters team cooperation Finance Is a good steward of hospital resources Develops/uses efficient work methods Is cost effective Conserves organizational resources Education Requirements and Other Requirements: Education Level: High School diploma or equivalent. Certification/Licensure: BLS Experience Requirements: Paramedical training preferred. Working Conditions: Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood , body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.