Laboratory Assistant I (CPT I)

II. POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager and/or Medical Technologist, the Laboratory Assistant performs phlebotomy/specimen collection, processes clinical specimens and prepares these for clinical laboratory analysis; also assists in the performance of automated and semi-automated laboratory tests within limitations set by the law and in the internal documentation of test runs and dispersal of test results.

III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs phlebotomy on patients, processes clinical specimens and prepares these for clinical laboratory analysis.

• Translates physician orders to laboratory requests and determines if corrections are needed and notifies appropriate personnel.

• Makes reviews and corrects logbook entries and requisitions; prepares paperwork for send-outs to reference laboratory; charts patient results and documents transmittal of these results in the appropriate log; notifies physician of critical results through telephone; faxes results or other laboratory paper; documents work performed on specimens.

• Corrects order and charges on patient billings.

• Performs some laboratory procedures within limitations set by the law.

• Maintains, distributes and organizes supply inventory, monitoring expiration dates

• Performs other related duties assigned and requested.

IV. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate with college preparation related to office or managerial organization preferred has completed the required coursework for phlebotomy and has passed a phlebotomy certification exam with appropriate license from the State. Minimum of 2 year experience as a phlebotomist/lab assistant is preferred.

V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activity – Dictionary of Occupational Titles

Strength Rating: L

Working Hazards or Risks – potential for musculoskeletal injuries related to moving and working with files and office equipment; potential for exposure to infectious processes and chemical hazards and potential for soft tissue injury in working with sharp instruments.

OSHA Blood Borne Risk Category I.