What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Assistant Per Diem Varied position at Hollywood Presbyterian?
Job Description
Job Description
CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (HPMC) is an acute care facility that has been caring for the Hollywood community and surrounding areas since 1924. The hospital is committed to serving local multicultural communities with quality medical and nursing care. With more than 500 physicians representing virtually every specialty, HPMC strives to distinguish itself as a leading healthcare provider, recognized for providing quality, innovative care in a compassionate manner.
HPMC is part of a global healthcare enterprise which owns and operates general hospitals throughout Korea, numerous fertility and research centers in the U.S. and Korea including CHA Fertility Center, a medical university, and CHAUM (a premier anti-aging life center).
Performing phlebotomy for the purpose of collection of blood samples for clinical laboratory testing. Also performs tasks involving processing of specimens for clinical laboratory testing. Knowledge of routine clerical tasks is important.
Position Summary :
Demonstrating knowledge in handling of patients in the following age groups : newborn, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, as they relate to the drawing of blood specimens for laboratory testing. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to, identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values / readings; and assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills and / or activities that place patients at risk as well as communicates effectively in a clear, concise, understandable manner. Applicable for the populations checked below : Infant (x) Pediatric (x) Adult (x) Geriatric (x)
- Performing phlebotomy for collection of blood samples.
- Planning, organizing and prioritizing workload.
- Demonstrating ability to process specimens for clinical laboratory tests.
- Knowing and applying criteria for specimen rejection.
- Documenting collection information.
- Performing routine clerical tasks including using the laboratory computer.
- Preparing and replenishes materials, supplies and regents.
- Incorporates HPMC mission of “quality care with compassion and respect” into daily performance of job functions.
- Assists in new employee orientation upon request of Supervisor.
- Communicates problems / concerns to Supervisor.
- Responds acceptably to priority specifications for pick-ups (stat, timed, etc.).
Minimum Education
Preferred Education
Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications
Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications
Required Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation
Shift : Varied
Hours : 8 hours
Shift Hours : Varied
Type : Per Diem
FTE : 0.2
