LAB ASSISTANT Phlebotomy/ Full-Time in Santa Fe, NM

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POSITION SUMMARY: Obtains a blood sample from the correct patient, ensuring that the blood is properly drawn and labeled following established procedures to assure the proper specimen for the requested testing. Performs simple lab tests, processing blood and other body fluids, send outs, and other tests as required.  Manages supply inventory for the laboratory or Drawsite.  May register and interview patients, obtain accurate demographic and financial information and check for medical necessity for all Medicare patients.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  High school diploma or equivalent

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: 

SKILLS:

• Competent at obtaining specimens and dispensing critical information in accordance with section, laboratory, and hospital policies and procedures
• Must be competent at receiving specimens and following written procedures for processing specimens
• Must be able to read and write English and be able to communicate effectively
• Must be able to operate laboratory equipment, computer systems, and manage supply inventory system.

EXPERIENCE:  Minimum of 6 months experience in any of the following categories: Phlebotomy, specimen processing, or medical assistant.   Registration experience preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to:  Laboratory Director, Laboratory Manager, Drawsite Manager, Supervisor

 ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen  -C  (Routine Exposure Risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task). Generally works in a well lighted, ventilated area. Exposure to disagreeable odors, toxic fumes, and high noise levels and fluctuations in temperatures. Position involves high-risk exposure to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals; bio-hazardous and radioactive materials; sharp needles and blades; infectious diseases; toxic fumes. Subject to mental stress from working with infectious materials and reporting results that directly affect patient care. Activities of the job are carried out indoors, at blood drawing stations, or at a desk, bench or bedside. Occasionally, employees may be required to transport themselves to perform their duties at Health Fairs or a patient’s place of residence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Sitting, standing, and stooping may be involved throughout the entire shift. Work occasionally requires safe waist-high lifting and transferring of pediatric and adult patients, usually with assistance. Pushing and pulling up to adult weights may be required. Higher than shoulder reaching may also be required.  Ability to unpack and stock supplies lifting <50 lbs.  Work requires finger dexterity, good color vision, close work, good hearing, and good vision. Job often requires working rapidly and under time pressure for long periods of time.