Bay Area Hospital · 2 hours ago
Laboratory Assistant - Full Time Varied Shifts
Coos Bay, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.35/hr - $30.20/hr
1+ years expBay Area Hospital is a healthcare provider focused on delivering quality services, and they are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support their clinical and pathology laboratories. The role involves obtaining blood specimens, assisting phlebotomists and medical laboratory scientists, and ensuring efficient workflow processes within the laboratory.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Obtains blood specimens, in a courteous and professional manner, from patients of all age ranges
Provides support to phlebotomists and medical laboratory scientists
Serves as a liaison between transcriptionists, histo-techs, cytotechnologists, and pathologists to keep the workflow processes efficient and to expedite laboratory reporting from the pathology department
Qualification
Required
Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
Demonstrates the ability to operate applicable office equipment
Exhibits the ability to deal effectively interdepartmentally & with the public
Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision in all situations including traumas
Demonstrates the ability to enter data with minimal errors, including accurately inputting numerical data such as account numbers, medical record numbers, or billing amounts and codes
Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
Demonstrates a general knowledge of medical terminology and safety precautions
Displays high attention to critical details and accuracy
Exhibits the ability to multi-task
Must meet current qualifications listed under section 'Clinical Laboratory Personnel Requirements' defined in the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Act of 1988 (CLIA-88) and Oregon Department of Human Services Regulations, College of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint Commission standards. CAP reserves the right to set requirements that are more stringent than those of CLIA-88 (High School Diploma or Equivalent required for certification)
Medical Assistant Certification and/or Certified phlebotomy certification from a nationally recognized accreditation organization; or completion of a formalized phlebotomy course. Associates of Science degree in relevant field may substitute certification
Working knowledge of, but not limited to: LIS and HIS computer Systems and related equipment, bar code scanner, telephone, Vacutainer System-syringes, butterfly needles, safety needles, finger/heel stick devices, bar code printers, centrifuges, various analytical instruments for loading specimens, thermometers and other metered alarm systems, slide stainers (hematology and/or cytology) and Pevco pneumatic system
At least one year of experience as a Phlebotomist
At least one year experience performing similar job functions, including waived testing
Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently
May be required to lift up to 40 pounds
Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids
Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
Requires frequent use of personal computer
Demonstrate manual dexterity
Benefits
Competitive pay
A wide array of benefits
Many growth opportunities for our employees
Company
Bay Area Hospital
Bay Area Hospital is providing healthcare services to communities.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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