Laboratory Technical Assistant

McLaren Health Care

  • Mount Clemens, MI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 hours ago
Department: Reference Lab- 24495Hours per pay period:80Schedule:8:00am to 4:30pmPosition Summary: Performs all specimen collection by phlebotomy from the correct individual at in-house or off-site locations. In addition, obtains other specimens when indicated, and instructs patients in the collection of specimens as necessary. May be required to enter pathology specimens into various computerized information systems along with the preparation and staining of cytology specimens. Performs tasks in all laboratory areas under the direction of the appropriate Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory Technologists, Cytotechnologists or other designated laboratory personnel and has appropriate knowledge and training of those areas to be able to function as necessary.Essential Functions and Responsibilities: * Performs proper specimen collection [blood and non-blood], including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens; complies with all standards for laboratory procedures.
  • Collects, verifies, and processes patient registration data and test order/entry into hospital information system/laboratory information system, including ABN compliance.
  • Processes specimens according to established guidelines.
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
  • Performs waived tests and assists in other testing platforms with technical oversight.
Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred:
  • Certified as a phlebotomy technician.
  • Previous experience drawing blood or phlebotomy training course in approved program.
  • Previous experience in a clinical laboratory environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/VeteransAdditional Information
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Requisition ID: 25004798
  • Daily Work Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
  • Hours Per Pay Period: 80
  • On Call: Yes
  • Weekends: Yes
Equal Opportunity EmployerMcLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.

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