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Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Part-time

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley

Poughkeepsie, NYPart-timeNo compensation foundTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Poughkeepsie, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Assistant. The Clinical Laboratory Assistant provides administrative support in the Clinical Laboratory, handling accessioning activities, pre‑analytical specimen processing, and various clerical duties to ensure smooth laboratory operations.

Key focus areas include Receive, sort, and accurately enter data for all specimens entering the laboratory, Process phone calls, voicemails, and electronic requests from physicians for routine, STAT, or special tests, and Match computer orders with specimen labeling, sort specimens, check labeling, and log specimens.

Important skills include Data Entry, Computer Use, Medical Terminology, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, and Effective Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data EntryComputer UseMedical TerminologyOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailEffective CommunicationPhone Call HandlingSpecimen LabelingSample PackagingLaboratory CleaningSupply Request Fulfillment

Qualifications

HS Diploma or EquivalentExperience With Data EntryExperience With Computers

Full job description

JOB TITLE: Clinical Laboratory Assistant

LOCATION: 82 Washington St, Poughkeepsie. NY 12601

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Laboratory STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Laboratory Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Laboratory Assistant will provide administrative help in the Clinical Laboratory in daily accessioning activities. Performs pre-analytical processing of specimens and a variety of clerical duties in support of department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Receives sorts and performs accurate data entry for all specimens entering the laboratory.

  • Receives and processes phone calls/ voicemail, written/electronic requests from physicians for routine, STAT, and/or special laboratory tests.

  • Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, checking labeling, and logging specimens.

  • Enters patient data into the computer interface for integration into the electronic medical record and retrieves data from the system.

  • Follows appropriate handling requirements for specific specimens.

  • Participates in competency testing in accordance with regulatory standards.

  • Packages samples for shipment for specialty laboratory testing.

  • Performs a variety of clerical duties daily in support of the department

  • Answers, screens, and directs phone calls received in the Laboratory.

  • Process and files forms request, record, receipts and related laboratory paperwork.

  • Organizes laboratory area, including general cleaning and upkeep.

  • Fulfilling supply requests from phlebotomy sites weekly.

  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum education of a HS Diploma or equivalent

  • Must possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate effectively

  • Must have experience with data entry and computers

  • Proficiency in Medical Terminology and previous related experience preferred

Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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