Technical Lab Assistant, Core Lab Day Shift

In addition to performing the functions of the Medical Laboratory Assistant, the Technical Lab Assistant performs more detailed and specific technical functions, as defined below. Technical Lab Assistants troubleshoot problems and resolve issues as they arise.

Assisting Core Lab: Hematology and Chemistry departments

• Assists in Bone Marrow procedures to ensure quality specimen is obtained and prepared.

• Responsible for Chemistry line automation module operation- monitor equipment for proper operation and complete appropriate documentation. Establish and improve on current lab operations processes and procedures.

• Inventory control- assist in supporting all areas with small equipment maintenance, inventory stocking, and receiving of materials.

• Reviews/monitors outstanding specimen reports. Delivers STAT specimens immediately to laboratory sections after receipt of specimen. Delivers routine specimens to appropriate laboratory within 10 minutes of receipt. Prepare samples for reference Lab testing. Works on problem resolution/tracking of pending tests.

• Receives specimen drop-off from patients and clinical departments as needed. Prepare samples for laboratory analysis e.g labeling, centrifuging including preparing samples for reference Lab testing. Retrieves patient information from LIS, locates patient lab orders, entry of patient registration and lab orders as needed.

• Records daily temperatures of refrigerators as assigned. Perform and record all water chemistry testing and complete required area documentation.

• Establishes and maintains good rapport and cooperative working attitude with co-workers

and other hospital staff, as well as patients and visitors.

• Participates and/or assists in laboratory education and training. May serve as a trainer for new hires. Attends continuing education programs.

• Maintains neat and accurate records and a clean and orderly work area. Recognizes and reports discrepant results or conditions to the supervisor.

• Performs all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures.

• Assists other staff with pertinent information as required. e.g. answering telephones.

High school diploma or equivalent.

The following skills are required:

• strong organizational skills
• strong interpersonal skills
• attention to detail
• ability to solve problems
• ability to tolerate in-person bone marrow procedures
• computer skills
• customer service skills

Prior laboratory experience preferred.

The qualified candidate will perform the essential requirements in at least one of the three areas listed above.