Peace Health Springfield , OR 97477
Posted 2 months ago
PeaceHealth is seeking a Lab Assistant
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
Job Summary
Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. May perform phlebotomy services, specimen collection/handling, utilize knowledge of department procedures and computerized Lab Information Systems (LIS), and support patients with information and direction utilizing laboratory services. Assists lab staff with delivering patient care, distributing lab results and reports, and operation of laboratory equipment.
Essential Functions
Prepares, delivers, and picks up items in accordance with health and safety regulations and laboratory policies to ensure specimen integrity, quality patient care, and caregiver safety.
Collects and labels specimens for requested testing, processes specimen according to established guidelines and completes documentation for the specimen.
Performs data entry of patient demographics and tests ordered. Performs all paperwork, technical, and nontechnical procedures required to process and submit specimens.
Receives, handles, sorts, processes, or packages specimens.
Receives and makes telephone calls and uses computer terminal and reference guides to provide information and answer questions from clients and patients, regarding specimen requirements, test results and other client requests.
Performs waived testing as assigned. Recognizes abnormal results and follows up as defined in standard operating procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Phlebotomy training or experience may be required or preferred for some positions and
Preferred: Prior clinical laboratory experience
Credentials
Skills
Department / Location Specific Notes
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Working Conditions
Lifting
Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.
Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 5 lbs.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.
Reaching frequently.
Squat/ kneel occasionally.
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
Mental/Visual
Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.
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