Lab Assistant
Little Falls, MNJob$19.53–25.51/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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The Lab Assistant collects, prepares, and processes patient specimens for diagnostic testing. The role includes venous and capillary punctures across inpatient and outpatient populations, including blood bank collections, and requires attention to patient identification, collection techniques, and sample volume requirements. The posting requires a high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of starting. A Lab Assistant Program certificate or acute-care experience is preferred.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.
Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions
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Practices HumanKindness and courtesy with all patient and co-worker interactions
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Establishes and maintains good communication within the department and with other hospital departments
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Compliance with isolation and hand sanitization procedures
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Follows blood collection procedures, performs venous and capillary punctures on all age groups of inpatient and outpatient populations, including blood bank collections
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Utilizes appropriate collection techniques to obtain quality samples and adheres to appropriate volume requirements
Job Requirements
Required
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High School Diploma or GED
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Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association within 90 Days of start date
Preferred
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Certificate from Lab Assistant Program within six (6) months of hire or six (6) months experience in an acute care facility
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Certificate Other Phlebotomy program
Where You'll Work
In Central Minnesota you’ll find quality health care as near to you as CHI St. Gabriel’s Health in Little Falls, part of CommonSpirit Health. We’ve been serving this area since 1892 and we have the equipment, experience, and expertise to offer you a full range of the latest health services.
Pay Range
$19.53 - $25.51 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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