J OB SUMMARY

: Under the general supervision of the Pre-Analytical Team Coordinator, the lab assistant handles patient orders and prepares patient samples to assist the medical technologist in order to facilitate testing.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Background in medical terminology preferred.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Excellent communication skills; mathematical, verbal, and computer skills at college level preferred; excellent customer relationship skills Must be able to problem solve Ability to establish work priorities and to multi-task for maximum efficiency. Must be able to retain information once learned Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Ability to follow as series of steps without confusion or error on an on-going basis. Must be detail oriented.