Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory Muhlenberg

Summary

Job Summary

Performs technical and clerical functions in one or more sections of the laboratory.

Job Responsibilities

Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing, and transporting specimens.

Maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies. Orders supplies as needed.

Confirms eligibility, verifies insurance benefits, referrals, and authorization for identified patient registrations.

Communicates test results to appropriate healthcare providers.

Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic, and organized manner.

Performs clerical duties including supply distribution, answering phones, data entry, and filing.

May perform venipuncture on patients of all age groups and other specimen collection consistently using proper therapeutic skills and according to procedures.

May assist in delivery of physicians' reports via phone and electronic distribution in a timely manner.

May perform waived Laboratory testing on-site and reports results according to government standards.

Qualifications

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire

No experience required

No licensure/certification/registration required

Skills and Attributes

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

Works under minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Sitting: Occasionally

Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely

Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely

Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely

Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally

Climbing: Occasionally

Bending/Stooping: Frequently

Kneeling: Occasionally

Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally

Reaching: Frequently

Talking: Frequently

Hearing: Frequently

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently

Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently

Running: Rarely

Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently

Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.