Clinical Laboratory Assistant II

Process and deliver specimens to the appropriate location.

Prepare and package samples for shipment to the reference laboratory.

Order the requested test in the laboratory computer system, back order the test as needed, and acquire appropriate ICD-10 codes.

Assist health care providers with ordering and utilizing the resources available.

Manage communication with a variety of stakeholders in and outside the hospital setting.

Serve as a resource for new staff.

Perform waived testing according to the procedure.

Perform and document quality control results as needed.

Ability to take call as assigned, provide weekend and holiday shift coverage, and assist with staffing multiple laboratory sites as needed.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

Either

--Six (6) months of laboratory experience in one of the following areas: phlebotomy, processing specimens, laboratory aide, or completion of comparable medical training program; or --60 college equivalent hours including 24 chemistry hours or 24 science hours (6 chemistry, 6 biology, and 12 additional combination of: chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology).

Preferred Qualifications

Some college coursework in a science related field. Chauffeur driver license; class E or higher for Missouri residents. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position, and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.