Medical Lab Assistant
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Job ID 19-0253 Date posted 02/08/2019
Shift Day/Evening
Shift Length 8 Hours
Weekend Requirement Every Other Weekend
Hours Per Two Week Pay Period 80
Department General Lab
Location Robbinsdale, Minnesota
DescriptionPerforms data entry, basic computer operations, specimen processing, and basic laboratory procedures. Assists in triage of specimen collection process and performs EKG and specimen collections as needed.
Accountabilities
• Performs computer data entry, result lookup, generates laboratory customer test reports.
• Processes specimens using established policies and procedures, follows infection control policies consistently.
• Performs limited customer testing following appropriate policies and procedures.
• Answers and resolves telephone inquiries in a professional manner.
• Performs and processes EKGs and specimen collections according to department policies and procedures.
• Assists in the direction of the workflow of the phlebotomy staff. Requirements Education
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Experience:
• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Laboratory Assistants or Medical Assistants.
OR
• Minimum of one year current laboratory experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
OR
• Completion of a course in medical terminology and at least two semesters of college level biology and/or chemistry
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple departments. License Requirement None specified. Additional Information At time of hire must provide:
High School Diploma/GED
Accountabilities
• Performs computer data entry, result lookup, generates laboratory customer test reports.
• Processes specimens using established policies and procedures, follows infection control policies consistently.
• Performs limited customer testing following appropriate policies and procedures.
• Answers and resolves telephone inquiries in a professional manner.
• Performs and processes EKGs and specimen collections according to department policies and procedures.
• Assists in the direction of the workflow of the phlebotomy staff.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Experience:
• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Laboratory Assistants or Medical Assistants.
OR
• Minimum of one year current laboratory experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
OR
• Completion of a course in medical terminology and at least two semesters of college level biology and/or chemistry
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple departments.
High School Diploma/GED
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