Job Description Summary

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant II performs a variety of tasks related to the pre analytical processing of biological specimens for testing performed in the clinical laboratory. This role is responsible for data entry of client demographic information, processing test orders and order review, reconciling specimen/order problems, assist with facilitating send out testing, ensure proper patient registration, paper requisition filing, supply management support, answers phones, ensuring proper labeling of samples and sample distribution. This position functions as a primary resource for Specimen Receiving to address problems and identify resolutions and other duties as assigned.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000495 CHS - Lab Client Services (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-19

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

Supports supply management, performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required and a minimum of one year of health care setting experience; or certified as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant; or certified as a phlebotomist; or student enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science program in a science related major; or a Bachelor of Science degree; or enrolled in an accredited Clinical Laboratory Science program or Medical Laboratory Technician program. Previous customer service work experience required and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in an Anatomical or Clinical Pathology Laboratory required. Typing speed of corrected 45 wpm.

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