Job Summary:    Collects venous and capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients on site and off site.  Collects nasal and throat swabs from inpatients and outpatients on site and off site.   Cleans and stocks pick-up carts and trays. Orders lab tests in the computer with Medical Necessity. Receives laboratory specimens. Check orders for accuracy. Fax results and answer phones.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates specific specimen collection skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual.

       2.     Demonstrates specific specimen processing skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual.

       3.     Demonstrates specific laboratory outpatient skills as listed and in accordance with the laboratory assistant manual.

4.     Represents the department in a professional manner.

Service and Quality Standards:

Service

Is Customer focused

                Anticipates customer needs

                Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

                Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

                Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

                                to customers and coworkers

People

Is conversation conscious

                Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

                Promotes a harassment free environment

                Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

                Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

                Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

                Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

                Supports performance improvement

                Seeks ways to improve systems and services

                Shows commitment to improvement efforts

                Meets mandatory educational requirements

Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

                Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

                Supports hospital initiatives

                Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

                Fosters team cooperation

Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

                Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

                Conserves organizational resources

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

                Education Level: 

               High School diploma or equivalent.

                Certification/Licensure: BLS

                Experience Requirements:

               Paramedical training preferred.                

Working Conditions: Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood , body fluids, or tissues.  All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category I tasks.  Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.