Lab Assistant, Lab Services - Specimen Management at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas

Job Description:

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform sample processing within the division and may perform essential phlebotomy duties as assigned.

• Performs the essential duties and competencies in all assignments necessary for phlebotomy or other clinical related duties.


• Performs computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.


• Determines acceptability of patient samples.


• Prepares, stores, and transfers samples for testing.


• Performs quality control procedures on equipment.


• Assists in maintaining records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.


• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.


• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.


• May be required to utilize company vehicle for business purposes (i.e., specimen collection or delivery), after completion of required safety training.


• Reviews and suggests revisions for policies and procedures, as assigned.


• May provide training and assess competency for staff.


• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors and other divisions.


• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.


• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.


• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.


• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

High school graduate or equivalent and two (2) years related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Laboratory or phlebotomy experience preferred.

Primary Location

:United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

:0743 - John W McCullough Bldg301 University Blvd.John W. McCullough Bldg, rm 5.120Galveston77555-0743

Job

:Clinical Laboratory

Organization

:Hospital & Clinics BusGrpFull-Time

Shift

:Day Job

Employee Status

:Regular

Job Level

:Non-Manager

Job Posting

:Apr 13, 2021, 10:19:02 PM Apply Now