Summary

Laboratory Assistant performs routine technical and clerical functions. Laboratory Assistant performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; may perform CLIA waived laboratory tests. Responsible for the collections of blood specimens ensuring patient safety and consistency with age-specific considerations for all patients, neonates, infants, adolescents, adults and geriatrics, as well as employees. Laboratory Assistant completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned, such as driving on occasion. Due to the nature of Laboratory Services, it may become necessary to require employees to work extended hours or other variations of the usual shift to ensure adequate care of patients and maintain service to the community

Qualifications

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Completion of phlebotomy program

Experience

Required: Ability to complete blood draws independently within six-weeks of hire
Preferred: 6 months of laboratory experience

Certifications

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS–required to obtain within 60 days of hire/transfer (2 yr renewal)

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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.