Lab Support Technician
Lab Support Technician
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Overview
Lab Support Tech
UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge
Hours vary as needed
**NO CERTIFICATION OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**
UPH Additional Information
At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Specimen Processing
Registers orders and accessions specimens utilizing the laboratory and hospital information systems by entering and/or verifying patient information. Matches requested tests to Laboratoryoffered tests. Follows all UnityPoint Health policies regarding Medicare and Coding compliance. Prioritizes specimens and relays special requests and all additional information.
Specimen Collection
Collects and processes specimens by performing phlebotomy collection labeling centrifuging organizing by Laboratory section(s) aliquoting and storing. Prepares specimens for transport according to Department of Transportation (DOT) and International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations.
Critical Thinking
Assesses specimen acceptability for specimen type volume time past collection duplication and appropriate collection guidelines; and appropriately cancels accessions due to misordering unacceptable specimens uncollected work or by request of other healthcare employees.
Communication
Provides information concerning specimen collection patient results interface ordering normal values Laboratory operation and phlebotomy; and monitors interface orders to ensure specimen collection.
Training
Instructs trains and evaluates students and new employees.
Qualifications
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent.Training as a unit clerk medical assistant medical secretary or phlebotomist is preferred. Coursework in biology and/or chemistry is considered.Previous employment in a medical setting in computer operations and/or with telephone demands is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to read write and speak fluent English.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
