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LAB ASSISTANT - CENTRAL PROCESSING
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University of Michigan Health Sparrow
Lansing, MI (In Person)
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LAB ASSISTANT - CENTRAL PROCESSING
University of Michigan Health Sparrow - 4.3 Lansing, MI Job Details Per diem 3 hours ago Qualifications Phone communication Phlebotomy specimen handling High school diploma or GED Typing Medical terminologyFull Job Description Job ID:
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Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job :
Sort & handle incoming & outgoing laboratory specimens.Essential Duties :
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position. Receive & sort specimens, including blood, bodily fluid, & tissue; Evaluate specimens for correct identification & suitability for testing; Properly prepare specimens for testing by centrifuging, aliquoting, & labelling, adhering to published procedures & guidelines; Follow established best practices to ensure that Patients, orders, & specimens are always identified & labelled correctly; Prioritize work based on Patient type & sample priority; Prepare specimens for transport & storage, deliver appropriate specimens to designated laboratory section for testing; Use a computer to verify sample collection information, retrieve patient test data, & enter data; Track specimens & work pending lists to identify incomplete tests & problems; Resolve problems by taking appropriate actions as dictated by the circumstances; Communicate effectively, & in accordance with the ICARE values, in-person, via the telephone, & via email; Assist in training new Caregivers; Maintain inventory, replenish stock & supplies; Perform technical, clerical, & service duties as assigned, including (but not limited to: equipment cleaning & maintenance, emptying trash, washing dishes, taking & recording temperatures, filing & retrieving specimens, handling biohazard & chemical waste); Follow instructions given by Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Pathologists, & Leaders. Job Requirements General Requirements N/A Work Experience Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred Education- High school diploma or GED.
- Completed two college level science courses or 1 year of laboratory experience.
- Recent completion of a course in Medical Terminology or completion within 60 days following employment. Specialized Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to read, follow directions, & perform procedures associated with specimen collection, handling & processing.
- Ability to recognize problems & take corrective actions.
- Ability to communicate effectively & professionally both in person & via the telephone.
- Ability to work well under pressure & to handle crisis situations.
- Ability to function as part of a team dedicated to Patient care.
- Ability to use a keyboard as required to perform the essential duties of the job.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Knowledge of anatomy & physiology preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, SoftLab, Lifepoint, Epic, & WindoPath preferred.