Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Las Cruces, New Mexico
The Lead Phlebotomist/Lab Aid performs phlebotomy procedures and processes specimens while maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory. They ensure operational efficiency and safety by adhering to regulatory standards and supporting diagnostic testing.
The Lab Assistant performs supportive laboratory duties, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and quality control assistance.
This role ensures the laboratory operates efficiently by assisting with diagnostic procedures, maintaining safety protocols, and supporting laboratory staff in routine testing and analysis.
The Lab Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment while adhering to regulatory and safety standards.
The Lab Assistant supports laboratory operations by performing phlebotomy procedures, preparing specimens for testing or transport, and assisting with specimen processing and data entry.
This role ensures accurate identification, labeling, and handling of specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines.
The Lab Assistant contributes to timely and efficient patient care by maintaining clear communication and operational support within the lab.
Essential Functions
Assists laboratory staff in performing routine tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, following proper laboratory protocols.
Prepares and processes specimens, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and transport according to laboratory procedures.
Maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring it is in good working order, reporting malfunctions, and assisting with routine troubleshooting.
Performs, finger sticks, venipunctures and heel sticks on patients of all ages in accordance with the laboratory policies and procedures
Ensures compliance with safety and infection control standards, including proper handling of biohazardous materials and chemical reagents.
Logs lab procedures and specimen information into the laboratory information system (LIS), ensuring accuracy and compliance with documentation protocols.
Performs quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) tasks, assisting in documentation and regulatory compliance efforts.
Stocks laboratory supplies and maintains inventory, ensuring necessary materials are available for daily operations.
Cleans and disinfects work surfaces, equipment, and laboratory spaces, ensuring compliance with safety and infection control guidelines.
Assists with data collection and performance improvement projects, actively participating in process improvement initiatives.
Collaborates with healthcare providers, laboratory staff, and other departments to ensure efficient specimen processing and workflow.
Ensures positive patiient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient's bedside to prevent errors.
Collect timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a phlebotomy program or 1-2 years of equivalent experience. Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting with proficiency in specimen processing and quality control.
Market context
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