Applicants must apply with an active current email and phone number.
Hale County Hospital is a drug-free workplace. All potential new hires must undergo a drug screening and background before employment.
Location:
Moundville Medical Associates
40870 AL-69 suite a Moundville AL 35474 USA
Normal Hours:
Monday-Friday from 8AM-5PM
Classification:
Full-Time; 40 hours a week
This job description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other work assignments not mentioned.
SUMMARY
The Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant will coordinate and perform tasks and activities in all areas of the clinical laboratory.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Draws blood samples from patients.
- Assures proper identification and handling of specimens for analysis.
- Organizes and maintains adequate supply levels.
- Assists in the training of new employees.
- Operates laboratory information systems.
- Performs waived testing.
- Prepares specimens and requisitions for outgoing lab samples.
- Cleans and sanitizes lab equipment and all areas within the lab.
- Maintains orders for blood draws when received are routed in order of priority and arranges for critical specimen handling and transportation arrangements when needed.
- Follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Director.
- Refers to appropriate policy and procedure manuals as necessary and communicates with reference labs for proper specimen requirements.
- Performs and documents QC results as required.
- Maintains temperature logs.
- Processes all laboratory test requisitions and specimens quickly efficiently and appropriately.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for attending staff meetings as evidenced by 70% attendance to ensure that necessary information is received.
- Adheres to the dress code attendance and all other company policies and procedures.
- Cross train and work in clinics as needed.
- Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the Director.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Basic reading writing and arithmetic skills are required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
- Experience as a phlebotomist preferred; Phlebotomy certification required.
- CPR or BLS certification.
- Can perform/ or be willing to learn to do X-rays
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to the risk of communicable diseases and radiation;May require the handling of unclean or infectious materials.
- Normally works in a well-lighted well-ventilated area.
- Must be able to work under the stress and conditions that normally exist in a clinic setting.
- Classification Category 1 Tasks involving blood bodily fluids or tissues exposure.
Required Experience:
IC
Applicants must apply with an active current email and phone number.Hale County Hospital is a drug-free workplace. All potential new hires must undergo a drug screening and background before employment.Location:Moundville Medical Associates40870 AL-69 suite a Moundville AL 35474 USANormal Hours:Mond...
Applicants must apply with an active current email and phone number.
Hale County Hospital is a drug-free workplace. All potential new hires must undergo a drug screening and background before employment.
Location:
Moundville Medical Associates
40870 AL-69 suite a Moundville AL 35474 USA
Normal Hours:
Monday-Friday from 8AM-5PM
Classification:
Full-Time; 40 hours a week
This job description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other work assignments not mentioned.
SUMMARY
The Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant will coordinate and perform tasks and activities in all areas of the clinical laboratory.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Draws blood samples from patients.
- Assures proper identification and handling of specimens for analysis.
- Organizes and maintains adequate supply levels.
- Assists in the training of new employees.
- Operates laboratory information systems.
- Performs waived testing.
- Prepares specimens and requisitions for outgoing lab samples.
- Cleans and sanitizes lab equipment and all areas within the lab.
- Maintains orders for blood draws when received are routed in order of priority and arranges for critical specimen handling and transportation arrangements when needed.
- Follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Director.
- Refers to appropriate policy and procedure manuals as necessary and communicates with reference labs for proper specimen requirements.
- Performs and documents QC results as required.
- Maintains temperature logs.
- Processes all laboratory test requisitions and specimens quickly efficiently and appropriately.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for attending staff meetings as evidenced by 70% attendance to ensure that necessary information is received.
- Adheres to the dress code attendance and all other company policies and procedures.
- Cross train and work in clinics as needed.
- Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the Director.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Basic reading writing and arithmetic skills are required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
- Experience as a phlebotomist preferred; Phlebotomy certification required.
- CPR or BLS certification.
- Can perform/ or be willing to learn to do X-rays
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to the risk of communicable diseases and radiation;May require the handling of unclean or infectious materials.
- Normally works in a well-lighted well-ventilated area.
- Must be able to work under the stress and conditions that normally exist in a clinic setting.
- Classification Category 1 Tasks involving blood bodily fluids or tissues exposure.
Required Experience:
IC
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