What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Professional position at North Canyon Medical Center, Inc.?
**Job Description:**
The Clinical Lab Assistant plays a crucial role in the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens. Key responsibilities include sorting, verifying specimen labeling, order entry and distribution, and specimen retrieval.
**Responsibilities:**
- Sorting and verification of specimens
- Order entry and distribution
- Specimen retrieval
Additionally, the Clinical Lab Assistant is responsible for procuring and preparing blood specimens by venipuncture and arterial puncture according to departmental standards.
**Skills and Qualifications:**
- Ability to maintain competency as required for job title and unit/assignment
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficiency in computer skills necessary to receive specimens into the laboratory information system
- Ability to work with patients' growth and development needs
- Ability to manage a challenging work environment
- Maintain a high level of customer service
