Job description
Under general direction, the Clinical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing workflow support functions for moderate-, and high-complexity testing of patient samples for chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and coagulation. This role may be trained to perform CLIA waived testing.
Hours: 9:00 - 5:30 PM
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Include but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)
- Loading and unloading samples on the clinical lab analyzers which include but are not limited to Sysmex XN, Beckman AU700, Beckman Access, Siemens Centaur XPT
- Printing Pending log and finding samples that need to be processed
- Review Sysmex XN printouts and make slides for positive results to be review by the technologist
- Perform Breath test, MONOSpot, and Urine Pregnancy waived testing
- Perform second checks for all manual entry results
- Capping and storing samples
- Calling Critical lab results
- Restocking Supplies
- Help maintaining instruments by loading reagents and consumable supplies
- Process and set up urines to be reviewed by the technologist
- Assist with accessioning patient specimens for clinical testing, if needed
- Provide proper and efficient delivery of quality laboratory services in a timely manner.
- Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, and record maintenance of patient results in accordance with Vibra Health Laboratory and CLIA and COLA standards.
- Interact collaboratively with other team members and external partners.
- Perform quality control, when appropriate, to ensure that acceptable levels of analytical performance are maintained.
- Assist in maintaining the LIS by proactively identifying information needed and problems.
- Ensure that all laboratory safety rules and standards are followed in accordance with the Hazardous Communication Policy to include internal handling and waste disposal.
Duties Not Performed - Include but are not limited to the following
· This position does not include microscopic work or test resulting.
Educational Requirements
· High School Diploma required
· Associates Degree with a science or technology concentration preferred
· Additional acceptable educational standards will be under the discretion of the Laboratory Supervisor and Laboratory Director.
Training Experience and Qualifications
· A minimum work experience of 1 year in a CLIA (and COLA or CAP) certified clinical laboratory OR
· Acceptable experience will be under the discretion of the Laboratory Supervisor and Laboratory Director.
· Ability to perform at a high level with minimal supervision – a self-motivated individual
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Punctual, honest and trustworthy
· Astute attention to detail
· Excellent collaboration skills
· Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
· Knowledge of quality control practices and CLIA regulations desired
Work Environment
Work is performed in a controlled, sanitized laboratory that follows proper guidelines to function at a Biosafety Level 2. Employees entering and leaving the laboratory must wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment such as masks, goggles, and gloves as applicable.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; bend; sit; push; use hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is subject to repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers when typing as well as when testing samples.
The physical demands of the position are considered light work. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform work activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operating of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices. The employee within this position may be subject to vibration, certain hazards due to exposure to chemicals, noise, and atmospheric conditions.
Travel
There is no expected travel with this position.
Core Competencies
· Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization.
· Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
· Process flow & Analysis: Understand how to best identify and flag issues within the supply chain, communicate them to the supervisor accordingly on both a daily and ad hoc basis.
· Communication: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
· Client Service: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal staff and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
· Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
· Initiative: Is a self-starter, shows originality, makes decisions when appropriate, and initiates action. Understands broader organizational and team goals to proactively address what needs to be accomplished and when, without constant managerial oversight and direction.
· Laboratory Performance: Work cooperatively towards increasing productivity, reducing TATs and minimizing process-related errors and issues.
· Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Help in identifying communications, logistical, facility and other issues and opportunities proactively, use sound judgment in all interactions inside and outside the organization
· Judgement: Aid in assessing situations to determine importance, urgency, and risks. Ability to make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
· Organization: Set priorities, develop a task list, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
· Operational Improvement: Help identify opportunities, mitigate problems, and improve workflow. Work cooperatively to experience a decrease in accession-related errors or lapses.
· Problem Resolution: Help assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
· Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility in the face of change and always project a positive demeanor.
· Technical Skills: Display proficiency in using standard office lab equipment. Must be able adapt quickly and easily acquire new technical skills.
Job Type: Full-time
COVID-19 considerations:
Due to the COVID19 pandemic, we require our team members to wear a mask and practice social distancing precautions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
