Lab Assistant - FT

Company: Havasu Regional Medical Center
Location: Topock
Posted on: November 15, 2023

Job Description:

Havasu Regional Medical Center -Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.Where We Are:Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile-long lake is an oasis of natural beauty. Why Choose Us: - - - - - - - - - Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees - - - - - - - - - Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees - - - - - - - - - Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance - - - - - - - - - Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - - - - - - - - - Professional Development and Growth Opportunities - - - - - - - - - And much more---Position Summary:The Laboratory Assistant performs task related duties within the Lab. The Lab assistant has the ability to perform phlebotomy duties on all age groups. Performs CLIA-waived testing within the Laboratory. -This position has -appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to effectively meet the growth, development, and clinical needs of age specified populations. -Assists the Laboratory Manager to order; -place into stock supplies delivered to the Lab, being sure to correctly rotate with current supply; -properly receives specimens entering the Lab by accessioning, writing requisitions on the log and communicating to the technologists all incoming work; -organizes and prioritizes work in order to complete work competently and effectively and in a timely manner; -files and copies if indicated, reports in laboratory and physician files and maintains duplicate report file as indicated; -answers phones and directs calls as appropriate; -observes principals of date security/patient confidentiality; -assists in training of new staff; -maintains positive attitude, functions as a team player, and maintains inter-intra department communications; -interacts with other health-care workers to solve problems; -attends and participates in department meetings; -performs other duties as assigned.Reports to: Laboratory DirectorFLSA: -Non-exempt -
Minimum Qualifications:Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent RequiredMinimum Education
Documentation of course completion of basic Phlebotomy from college, technical or vocational school preferred.Minimum Work Experience
Previous phlebotomy experience in medical office, laboratory or similar setting preferred.Required Skills
Must have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Effective human relations skills are required for interfacing with team members, all levels of staff, physicians, patients, families and other contacts. Must possess the ability to effectively function in a stressful environment. Must possess the ability to use the following equipment; Telephone/Overhead Paging System/Fax Machine/Calculator/Computer. As pertinent to the position, must be able to use computer, telephone, calculator and adapt to new technology as it becomes available and necessary for the job. Must have a positive attitude, even temperament in stress/conflict situations.Required Skills
Licenses: If required to drive on company time, must have valid Drivers License and Proof of updated insurance.EEOC Statement:Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. -
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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