Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Lab Assistant) II

Quick Facts

• Collects, receives, handles, and processes blood specimens for laboratory testing
• Supports pre-analytic through basic post-analytic workflow tasks
• Part-time schedule (20 weekly hours), days shift; weekend requirement includes Saturday

Description

Collects blood specimens and manages specimen workflow for laboratory testing, including receiving, sorting, accessioning, and processing. Completes computerized tasks for patient registration and/or test order entry, performs basic post-analytic activities (such as distributing reports and storing/retrieving specimens), and handles quality documentation and safe lab upkeep. Interacts with patients compassionately and adheres to privacy and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and accession specimens to the appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow
• Collect blood specimens and process routinely submitted biological specimens
• Complete computerized tasks related to patient registration and test order entry, specimen receiving, and processing
• Perform basic post-analytic tasks including distributing reports and storing/retrieving specimens
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and safe work area; document quality-related work and monitor pending work
• Monitor workflow and escalate priority or unusual deviations (including STAT orders, specimen integrity issues, and equipment/IS failures)
• Operate and/or use basic pre-analytic lab equipment
• Follow applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED provided prior to start date
• CPTI Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or CPT II Certified Phlebotomy Technician II provided prior to start date
• Ability to accurately and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to complete work within expected timeframes
• Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs, and behaviors
• Knowledge and practice of ordering lab testing, collecting blood specimens, and handling/processing biological specimens
• Ability to follow standard practices and procedures in sequence
• Knowledge of applicable privacy and safety regulations and policies; escalate complex/unusual deviations appropriately
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and work collaboratively

Benefits

Benefits available