Laboratory Assistant I - ED

Mohawk Valley Health System

UTICA, NYFull-time$19–23/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$19–23/hr

Location

UTICA, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Laboratory Assistant I receives and identifies patients, collects blood and other specimens, prepares specimens for transport, and performs registration and clerical functions. The role works under laboratory leadership and supports phlebotomy and specimen processing. It includes patient care across age groups, adherence to collection and identification procedures, and maintaining orderly, stocked work areas.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PhlebotomyPatient CarePatient RegistrationTest OrderingSpecimen CollectionChain of CustodyPatient IdentificationSpecimen LabelingCustomer ServiceStress Management

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's License1 Year Phlebotomy or Patient Care ExperiencePhlebotomy Certification

Full job description

Laboratory Assistant I - ED

Department: CLINICAL LABORATORY

Job Summary

The Laboratory Assistant I receives patients, correctly identifies patients, obtains blood and urine samples, prepares and packages specimens for transport, performs clerical and registration functions. Works under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Services, Laboratory Manager, and Lab Supervisor.

Core Job Responsibilities

Obtains blood specimens by skin puncture (capillary) or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed:
from neonates by capillary blood collection techniques;
from pediatric,
adolescents,
adult and geriatric patients.
Register and order tests on patients as needed following all current procedures completely including, but not limited to, ensuring scripts are scanned into computer system daily.
Instructs patients in collection of urine, sputum, stool specimens. Accepts these specimens from patients.
Follows Chain of Custody specimen collection protocols.
Follows correct patient identification procedures.
Ensures specimen collection and labeling is complete and accurate.
Provides patient care in a safe, effective and efficient manner, following all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Ensures carts and phlebotomy areas are adequately stocked and kept neat and orderly. Disinfects carts at the end of each shift.
Arranges workload to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency in areas of phlebotomy and processing as assigned.
When assigned, acts as a responsible driver and adheres to all traffic laws.
Uses professional and courteous customer service in all interactions with co-workers, providers, patients. Remains calm in stressful situations.
Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Depending on work location, valid driver’s license may be required.

PREFERRED:

1 year phlebotomy or patient care experience

Licensure/Certification Requirements

PREFERRED:

Phlebotomy certification from an accredited program.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 98809

Department CLINICAL LABORATORY

Shift Variable

Shift Hours Worked 10.50

FTE 1

Work Schedule CWA-UFCSM - 10 HR

Employee Status A1 - Full-Time

Union 2006 - UFCW

Pay Range $19 - $23 per hour