Laboratory Assistant 1

US-ID-Twin Falls

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Req #: 100631
Type: Full-Time
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St. Luke's Health System

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				Overview:

The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. The Lab Assistant 1 performs simple tasks and test under direct supervision.

* Sort, verify specimen labeling, order entry and distribute specimen. 

* May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT). 

* May collect blood samples from patients, verify records and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. 

* Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored. 

* May order laboratory tests in an efficient, accurate manner. 

* May explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding and to reduce patient anxiety. Provide courier routes as assigned. 

* Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids. 

* Performs other duties as assigned. 

* Maintains a safe and clean working environment. 

* May register patients or provide courier services.

What You Can Expect:

* Must be willing to work graveyard as it will be required at times.

Qualifications:

* Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.
* Experience: 0 years' experience.
* Licenses/Certifications: None

Responsibilities:

The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. The Lab Assistant 1 performs simple tasks and test under direct supervision.

* Sort, verify specimen labeling, order entry and distribute specimen. 

* May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT). 

* May collect blood samples from patients, verify records and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. 

* Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored. 

* May order laboratory tests in an efficient, accurate manner. 

* May explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding and to reduce patient anxiety. Provide courier routes as assigned. 

* Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids. 

* Performs other duties as assigned. 

* Maintains a safe and clean working environment. 

* May register patients or provide courier services.

Qualifications:

* Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.
* Experience: 0 years' experience.
* Licenses/Certifications: None
			
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