Laboratory Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specimen collections including venipuncture, capillary procedures, urine collections, and special collections for pediatric and adult patients.
  

• Conduct urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing in accordance with DOT standards.
  

• Process and prepare samples for testing.
  

• Maintain accurate patient demographic and test order data within laboratory and hospital information systems.
  

• Support compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory guidelines.
  

• Provide excellent customer service and communication with patients, staff, and providers.
  

• Train and provide guidance to new staff or students as needed.
  

• Maintain audit trails, resolve order issues, and ensure integrity of laboratory operations.
  

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or GED) required.
  

• Completion of a phlebotomy course and clinical internship OR equivalent on -the -job training with recent lab experience.
  

• MediClear Certification (or equivalent) required.
  

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
  

• National registration with ASCP in Phlebotomy preferred.