Lab assistant

Data Entry: Accurately enter patient and specimen information into the laboratory information system (LIS), maintaining meticulous records of all collected samples.

Inventory Management: Monitor and restock phlebotomy and laboratory supplies, ensuring that all necessary materials are available and properly stored.

Collaboration

Flexibility

• Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
• Non-essential
• Duties
• Outreach
• Collection: Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients/residents at contracted facilities, such as nursing homes. Transport specimens back to the laboratory for processing and testing.

Responsibilities

• Required Experience Proficiency in venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and maintain a high level of accuracy Preferred Experience At least 1 year of experience in phlebotomy, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred Experience in a hospital clinical laboratory setting preferred Knowledge of safety protocols and biohazard handling procedures a plus Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment desire Required Licensure/Education High school diploma or equivalent required Completion of a phlebotomy training program required Preferred Education Phlebotomy certification or 2 years phlebotomy experience preferred This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.
• It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
• Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
• Our Commitment to You: Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
• Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

.5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

Benefits

.001 to .49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work Employee Health Requirements Exposure to: Chemicals: Acids, bases, formalin Video Display Terminals: Average Blood and Body Fluids: Blood and body fluids handled continuously on a daily basis so exposure is very high TB or Airborne Pathogens: Very high potential due to direct patient contact and handling of infectious specimens Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Needed for communication with coworkers, providers, clinical staff, and all other customers whether direct or via phone.

Vision

Needed for computer operation, specimen collection, processing, and handling.

Smell

Electrical/fire safety.

Hearing

Needed to listen to coworkers, customers and patients.

Touch

• Required for performing phlebotomy, i.e., feeling for vein location and obtaining specimens as well as specimen processing.
• Activity/Lifting
• Requirements: Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
• Sit: 5%
• Twist: 5%
• Stand: 25%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 35%
• Kneel: 5%
• Lift: 5%
• Drive: 5%
• Squat: 0%
• Climb: 0%
• Bend: 10%
• Reach above shoulders: 5% The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
• Up to 10 lbs:
• Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs:
• Occasionally
• Up to 35 lbs:
• Occasionally
• Up to 50 lbs:
• Not
• Required
• Up to 75 lbs:
• Not
• Required
• Up to 100 lbs:
• Not
• Required
• Over 100 lbs: Not Required Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.): Supply stock up to 20 lbs - 50' maximum distance normally carried to fill cabinets from floor to above shoulders. Possibly help to lift baby. Lift printer paper and roll of labels to bar code printer. Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
• Sit: 40
• Twist: 3
• Stand: 120
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 20
• Kneel: 1
• Lift: 1
• Drive: 30
• Squat: 4
• Climb: 0
• Bend: 15
• Reach above shoulders: 2
• Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 10 lbs.
• Normal weight: often
• Pushing & pulling
• Normal weight: up to 3-50 lbs. often
• Fine
• Manipulation: Keyboard, holding needles and tube apparatus and inserting into patient's arm. Heel sticks require fine motor skills. Inverting tubes and manipulating specimens is necessary.
• Environmental
• Factors &
• Special
• Hazards:
• Environmental
• Factors (Time
• Spent):
• Inside hours: 8
• Outside hours: 0
• Temperature:
• Normal
• Range
• Lighting:
• Very
• Bright
• Noise levels:
• Average
• Humidity:
• Normal
• Range
• Atmosphere:
• Fumes,
• Odors,
• Dust
• Special
• Hazards: Electrical, Radiation, Other - Chemical additives for tests, powder in latex gloves, electrical shock hazard in centrifuges. Constant exposure to blood and body fluids. Rare exposure to radiation when drawing exposed or treated patients.
• Protective
• Clothing
• Required: Gloves, lab coat, closed-toe shoes. Occasional mask and goggles.

Pay Range

Usd $19.02 - Usd $23.46 /Hr