What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant Per Diem Rotate position at Desert Regional Medical Center?
Desert Regional Medical Center is a 385-bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and Level I Trauma Center with an innovative, patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department. Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement & spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics.
General Duties:
Under the supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor, performs accurate and skilled blood collection procedures and assists both MD's and RN's with collections as indicated by staff physician orders and section standards. Conducts all related duties as a professional member of the health care team. Is responsible for policies and procedures as they relate to communication and collection of blood samples. Is responsible for adherence and enforcement of all Hospital and Laboratory policies, to include those initiated to prevent the accidental and unnecessary exposure of self, patient or other employees to blood borne pathogens and safety hazards. Total adherence to the Laboratory Compliance Plan. Understands the physiological and psychological differences created by age, sex, and abilities and applies them to the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic components of laboratory testing. Communicates professionally with coworkers as well as other Hospital employees. Performs job using the Hospital customer service strategy. Uses the knowledge of the job to work productively, efficiently and harmoniously. Ensures and/or performs routine maintenance of phlebotomy areas (to include patient rooms). Displays professionalism, cooperation, and supports the overall function of the section. Performs miscellaneous related duties, as well as other duties as assigned.
Shift: Rotate
Hours: 10hrs
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