Lab Assistant Per Diem Varied

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

Demonstrating knowledge in handling of patients in the following age groups : newborn, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, as they relate to the drawing of blood specimens for laboratory testing. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to, identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values / readings; and assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills and / or activities that place patients at risk as well as communicates effectively in a clear, concise, understandable manner. Applicable for the populations checked below : Infant (x) Pediatric (x) Adult (x) Geriatric (x)

• Performing phlebotomy for collection of blood samples.
• Planning, organizing and prioritizing workload.
• Demonstrating ability to process specimens for clinical laboratory tests.
• Knowing and applying criteria for specimen rejection.
• Documenting collection information.
• Performing routine clerical tasks including using the laboratory computer.
• Preparing and replenishes materials, supplies and regents.
• Incorporates HPMC mission of “quality care with compassion and respect” into daily performance of job functions.
• Assists in new employee orientation upon request of Supervisor.
• Communicates problems / concerns to Supervisor.
• Responds acceptably to priority specifications for pick-ups (stat, timed, etc.).

Minimum Education

Preferred Education

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications

Required Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation

Shift : Varied

Hours : 8 hours

Shift Hours : 7 : 00AM-3 : 30PM or 3 : 00-11 : 30PM

Type : Per Diem

FTE : 0.2