Laboratory Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs routine and specialized assignments and demonstrates proficiency and understanding of the procedures in the areas of a clinical laboratory.POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSEducation: High School graduate or equivalent; completion of Phlebotomy certification program preferred.Experience: One (1) - two (2) year experience as a laboratory assistant; phlebotomy skills including pediatric blood draws required.License(s)/Certification(s) Required: CPR CertificationSkills & Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:Ability to communicate effectively with the patients, health center staff, and the public.Ability to precisely follow written and verbal instructionsExcellent organizational skillsAbility to operate a computer/lab information systemGood oral and written communication skills.FUNCTIONS OF THE JOBEssential Functions:Performs equipment maintenance and temperature checks as needed.Performs accession samples, performs low and medium complexity laboratory testing as needed.Prepares buffers and reagents.Prepares samples for send-out to reference laboratory.Assists the Medical Technologist in operating various types of laboratory equipment to perform tests in chemistry, bacteriology, urine analysis, and hematology.Maintains laboratory logs of tests as required and in accordance with established policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned. Marginal Functions: NoneSupervises: n/a NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENTNOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCESAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS