Certified Lab Assistant - Lab Outpatient

Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Tyler
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description
Summary:

Accurately evaluates specimen orders and enter clinical data/information into a variety of computer systems (i.e. order entry, patient demographics and/or results). Identifies any missing or invalid data entry information and take the appropriate action to correct. Operates automated and semi-automated equipment according to standard operating procedures.
Effectively communicate supply deficiencies to appropriate personnel, including deficiencies related to specimens, paperwork, database information, and equipment.

Responsibilities:

--- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
--- Accurately document information as required, including processing logs, quality control, and labeling of reagents.
--- Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains laboratory equipment and glassware.
--- Maintains and distributes laboratory supplies.
--- Packages laboratory biohazard waste for disposal following established standards and practices.
--- Maintains laboratory coat supply
--- Orders, receives, stocks, ships and tracks laboratory equipment and supplies.
--- Ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly or scheduling equipment repair or replacement.
--- Tracks equipment calibrations and preventative maintenance.
--- Maintains inventory of all consumables and reagents.
--- Assists in arranging the disposal of biohazard and chemical waste.
--- Assists with the enforcement of all laboratory policies and procedures.
--- Assists in enforcing safety around PPEs (personal protective equipment's)
--- Follows established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.

Requirements:

• High School diploma required.
• Associate of Science Degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge in the areas of microbiology, immunology or molecular biology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases required.
• One to Three (1-3) years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting required.
• PHLEB - (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) certification required.
  Work Schedule:
  
  TBD
  
  Work Type:
  
  Full Time
  
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