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Laboratory Assistant II, Blood Bank - Fri & Sat Days (ORMC)

Quick overview

The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen receiving, processing, and registration while maintaining laboratory equipment and department supplies. They also ensure accurate documentation, support quality improvement programs, and provide excellent customer service to patients and staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of laboratory or patient care experience. Current students in a clinical science field may substitute their education for up to two years of the required experience.

high schoolPhlebotomyCustomer serviceInfection controlQuality improvementData entryPatient registrationSpecimen collectionSpecimen processingSafety practicesLaboratory equipment maintenanceLaboratory information systemsPathology specimen processingBone marrow collection assistance

Job description

Position Summary

The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen receiving and processing duties, registers patients, enters orders in the computer system, centrifuge specimens, labels and aliquot samples, delivers to test site, stores samples, slides, blocks, etc.

Schedule

This would be working at the
ORMC
Bloodbank every
Friday and
Saturday from 6am-2:30pm

Responsibilities

Essential Functions Provides support in the areas of patient registration, third party reimbursement requirements and regulations.
Maintains department supplies and customer supply orders.
Demonstrates knowledge of specimen collection and handling requirements.
Performs all departmental functions and has a thorough knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, to include downtime functions, specimen processing, transportation, billing, reference testing and scheduling.
Maintains positive customer service relationships at all times and proactively responds to customer service issues.
Processes pathology specimens as appropriate.
Trains staff as required.
Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department.
Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with all team members and respond to customer phone calls.
Assist in maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment, i.e., refrigerators, centrifuges.
Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory Quality Improvement Program.
Maximizes productivity, customer satisfaction and profitability.
Documents specimen quality issues.
Adheres to infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.