- Patients are identified by verifying the patient wristband information against the patient requisition information according to the Medical Center and department policies.
- Patients are prepared for phlebotomy, culture, and urine collection procedures according to routine and special phlebotomy protocol to include: routine venipuncture, capillary collection, heel sticks, blood bank collection, legal blood alcohol, therapeutic drugs, patient's with IV's, mastectomy patients, and any other miscellaneous phlebotomy procedures.
- Tolerance test solutions are calculated, measured, prepared, and given according to procedure to include: glucose, lactose, dextrose, and d-xlose.
- Patient samples are collected and labeled correctly and within acceptable response time (STAT response 5 minutes or less, timed specimens + 15 minutes, routine at designated intervals, outpatients < 15 minutes.) according to policies and procedures.
- Post phlebotomy and specimen collection care are followed according to procedure.
- Specimens are collected in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) before distribution to the appropriate laboratory department.
- Reference clinic specimens are identified, centrifuged, separated, and labeled according to procedure, before being distributed to the appropriate laboratory department.
- Send-out reference laboratory specimens are prepared and shipped with appropriate paperwork and ordered in a timely manner.
- Patient orders are found in Centralized Scheduling System, printed, and entered in the LIS in a timely manner.
- Patient orders are entered in an accurate and timely manner to include correct data in all appropriate fields.
- Reports are printed, faxed, called, and distributed according to request and protocol.
- Computer maintenance is performed on schedule or as needed and documented.
- Communicates with physicians and physician staff with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality.
- Demonstrates ability to handle inquiries about test requirements, preparation and projected turn-around-time.
- Knowledge of result procedures and content so as to help answer physician and staff inquiries.
- Ability to investigate and follow-up with Technologist, Lab Director and/or Pathologist for difficult inquiries by clients. Assure information is relayed in a complete and timely manner.
- Competency is completed to meet all technical, computer, and clerical functions.
- Performs job duties in a manner consistent with organization and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Completes departmental safety requirements, (i.e., Blitz, departmental in-services, etc.) on an annual basis.
- Handles the specimen in a manner which ensures optimal condition for testing. (Temperature, light exposure, leakage, ordered/packaged properly-OSHA compliant.).
- Interacting professionally and courteously with physicians and staff.
- Deliver results and supplies as needed and consistent with regulatory guidelines.
- High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses, required.
- One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
- One year medical or laboratory assistant experience preferred.
- N/A
- Ability to type 35 wpm,
- Ability to completed 10 key
- Knowledge of computers.
- Able to organize and priorities work demands and handle multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of basic phlebotomy, specimen collection, selection, handling and storage activities.
- Must exhibit good customer service skills
- Able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Medium work - exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
- Not necessary for the position (0%):
- Climbing
- Crawling
- Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
- Balancing
- Carrying
- Crouching
- Kneeling
- Pulling/Pushing
- Sitting
- Stooping/bending
- Twisting
- Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
- Grasping
- Lifting
- Reaching
- Repetitive Motions
- Speaking/talking
- Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
- Distinguish colors
- Hearing
- Keyboarding/typing
- Seeing/Visual
- Standing
- Walking
- Occasionally (34%-66%):
- Equipment/Machinery/Tools
- Explosives (pressurized gas)
- Electrical Shock/Static
- Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
- Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
- Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
- Frequent (67%-100%):
- Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
- Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF)
- Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
- Note: Safety Officer can assist with identification of job hazards
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Laboratory Assistant - Fremont, United States - Methodist Health System
Description
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care - a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It's helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient's needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary:
Performs patient procedures to include phlebotomy, other specimen collection, sample distribution, basic anatomical duties, and various clerical duties. Assists the health care team in providing health care service with efficiency and quality in a caring environment.
Location: Methodist Fremont Health
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with rotating holiday and weekend coverage requirements.
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Functions
1. Performs patient procedures to include phlebotomy and other specimen collection, while adhering to departmental policies and procedures, to ensure the integrity of patient and sample identification and quality.
Schedule:
Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with rotating holiday and weekend coverage requirements.
Job Description:
Job Requirements
Education
Weight Demands
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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