Lab Assistant Technical
PeaceHealth
- Friday Harbor, WA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing as necessary.
- Follows established procedures for collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis.
- Performs moderate complexity or waived tests, as assigned. Recognizes abnormal results and follows up as defined in standard operating procedures.
- Operates instruments as assigned. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and notifies appropriate technical personnel.
- Performs routine quality control and maintains accurate records. Recognizes out-of-control results and notifies technical personnel.
- Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
- Assists in the training of new caregivers and students.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma Required: or equivalent and
- Associate Degree Preferred: Or
- Bachelor of Science Preferred.
- Preferred: Clinical Laboratory experience and
- Preferred: Phlebotomy training or experience preferred for all critical access locations
- Required Upon Hire: Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - Washington (Not required in OR and AK)
- Working knowledge of specimen collection, preparation, and test requirements and factors affecting test interpretation in responding to inquiries (Required)
- Good written and verbal communication skills (Required)
- Mathematical ability to calculate fractions, percentages, ratios, proportion measurements and apply practical algebra (Required)
- General understanding of laboratory equipment to calibrate and do minor repairs (Required)
- Six months phlebotomy experience preferred or completion of phlebotomy program preferred.
- 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.
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.