GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direct departmental supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Manager, CLS Supervisor, Lead CLS or Charge CLS. Follows established policies and procedures, assists staff, management, physicians, patients/families and visitors by performing various duties including, but not limited to, pediatric/adult phlebotomy, specimen receiving and processing, collecting nasal pharyngeal (NP) samples, waived laboratory testing, clerical/office functions, computer functions and reception/information functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) certification in Phlebotomy preferred.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Approximately three to six months experience in a Laboratory setting is necessary in order to gain an understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
Must possess knowledge of Medical Terminology and have proven phlebotomy skills.
Must possess basic computer knowledge for the registration of patient demographics, test order entry and result retrieval.
Must demonstrate interpersonal skills required to successfully perform as a team member in a constantly changing environment.
Must demonstrate skills necessary to effectively communicate clinical data to physicians and other health care providers.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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