What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Laboratory Assistant position at St. Claire HealthCare?
The Clinical Laboratory Assistant performs patient blood collections and employee drug screenings while following established standards and practices.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Performs all skills of phlebotomy and glucose meter testing.
• Identifies patients according to the procedure being performed.
• Maintains specimen collection area and equipment to ensure productive use of the processing area.
• Documents and follows up on specimen integrity issues.
• Handles and processes all specimens going to the reference laboratory, including entering orders in the reference computer.
• Assists patients in explaining the process for blood collection before and during the procedure.
• Collects and handles drug screening collection and Breath Alcohol testing for employment required by the Department of Transportation.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience:
Phlebotomy experience preferred
Licensure/Certification:
Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred
