Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

Performs routine clerical tasks related to laboratory.

Job Responsibility

• * Receives specimens from internal/external suppliers.May retrieve specimens from other hospital departments, as required.
• * Accessions patient specimens into laboratory computer system.Enters patient demographics and relevant information into laboratory computer system.
• * Enters/scans units of blood and/or blood components into department computer system.
• * Triages specimen for handling or release.Centrifuges specimens, as required.
• * Processes specimen using designated equipment.
• * Performs designated equipment maintenance including cleaning, emptying waste, and replenishing supplies, as required.
• * Maintains inventory of reagents and other supplies.Places orders for supplies through department computer system.
• * Responds to inquiries regarding specimen handling, test results, patient preparation, problem specimens, etc.
• * Operates the pneumatic tube system, as needed.
• * Prepares, distributes and files reports, as requested.
• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Coursework in general science/mathematics, required.
• Prior laboratory/client service experience, preferred.
• Ability to operate office and minor laboratory equipment, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).