Lab Assistant

Open Until Filled. This part-time psoition requires 64-71 hours worked per pay period.

• Certification as a trained phlebotomist in the state of California
• At least one year of experience as a phlebotomist
• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers
• The Laboratory Assistant must have fine motor coordination, clear speech, normal hearing, and good visual acuity with ability to distinguish major colors. Must be able to move readily from one location to another in the hospital and within the lab.

Job Summary

The Laboratory Assistant will coordinate and perform tasks and activities in several areas of the clinical laboratory. Each day a certain Laboratory Assistant will be assigned specific areas of responsibility within the scope of the job as outlined herein. Depending upon the area of responsibility the Laboratory Assistant will monitor the status of the workflow of the tasks involved and shall prioritize each task, coordinate performance of tasks by other phlebotomists and report frequently and directly to the Lab Manager about completion of tasks.

Duties

• Oversees specimen collection activities
• Oversees specimen referral activities
• Oversees laboratory requisition preparation for outpatients
• Oversees training for new Phlebotomists
• Processes sample tests in some technical areas
• Updating of manuals outlining phlebotomy procedures and specimen requirements
• Workload recording
• Supply / equipment inventory ordering
• Chemical hygiene and / or lab safety procedures
• Oversees rotation of stored patient samples (blood)
• Oversees washing of lab glassware
• Oversees unpacking of supplies
• Maintains that orders for blood draws when received are routed in order of priority to the phlebotomy team
• Monitors integrity of patient specimen collection processes and reports to Lab Manger
• Keeps the Lab manager informed of all phlebotomy activities and personnel problems
• Maintains that all aspects of processing and handling of all specimens referred out (routine and esoteric) are carried out in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner
• Researches specimen requirements for reference labs and arranges for critical specimen handling and complex transportation arrangements when needed
• Oversees processing and handling of all patient specimens as they are received in the Laboratory
• Prepares laboratory test requisitions for outpatients from physician orders using addressograph cards prepared outpatient registration
• Maintains that all new phlebotomist are adequately oriented and that training is documented for the tasks required
• Maintains that all phlebotomy manuals and those manuals outlining test specimen requirements are kept updated
• Performs workload recording which includes tallying of CAP units / test and test statistics on a daily basis for all areas of the clinical lab
• Monitors supplies and inventory for areas of the lab as directed by the Lab Manager
• Maintains that phlebotomy supplies are adequately stocked by the phlebotomy staff and that all patient areas are in proper condition with regard to equipment and cleanliness
• Enforces and follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Lab Manager
• Coordinates phlebotomists to rotate patient specimen that are to be stored and oversees proper disposal of old specimens
• Coordinates phlebotomists in the timely, efficient and proper washing of lab glassware
• Coordinates phlebotomists in the timely, efficient, and proper unpacking and putting away of supplies and inventory
• Keeps the Lab Manager informed of the malfunctioning of any lab equipment
• Under the supervision and direction of a medical technologist performs test processing in certain areas of the clinical lab which may or may not include the following:
  • Running specimens through the automated hematology analyzer reviewed and signed out by an M.T.
  • Processes blood cultures on the BACTEC Clinitek automated urine analyzer
  • Performs urine dipstick on the AMES Clinitek automated urine analyzer
  • Other various duties in microbiology which may include (in addition to routine culture set – up), preparation of samples for Ova and Parasite studies, setting up MIC’s, logging patient demographics into computer
  • Logging and distribution of patient test specimens from the processing areas in the lab to the respective test areas
  • Entering patient demographics and test orders into the automated chemistry analyzer for processing
• Shares appropriate communication with other laboratory personnel involving difficult Venipuncture, timed specimens, tasks at hand, etc.
• Processes all laboratory test requisitions and specimens quickly, efficiently, and appropriately
• Assists other laboratory personnel as workload permits without being requested to do so
• Consistently determines proper priorities when organizing daily tasks and is able to adjust schedule in view of STAT’s, out-patients, and time draws
• Organizes own work for effective utilization of time
• Refers to appropriate policy and procedure manuals as necessary and communicates with reference labs for proper specimen requirements
• Readily assists other laboratory personnel when requested
• Can perform all tasks assigned
• Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary or as requested
• Accepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different work shift when workload and / or conditions warrant
• Continuously works at establishing a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all co-workers
• Inspires confidence from patients and visitors by performing and communicating in a professional manner
• Recognizes and is able to effectively function within the laboratory and Hospital organizational structure
• Seeks assistance when necessary from the Lab Manager in solving technical or personnel problems
• Shows ability to handle unexpected situations and is able to exercise independent thought and actions
• Demonstrates competence in all aspects of the job; particular emphasis on blood samples, blood cultures, referral tests, specimen requirements
• Can be counted on to carry out instructions and fulfill job responsibilities
• Reports to work as scheduled
• Is neat in appearance, always observing the dress code as established
• Always wears lab coat (or approved apron / gown) and name tag
• Speech and conversation are of a quality acceptable to hospital code (confidentially )
• Demonstrates loyalty and teamwork both in the Laboratory and interdepartmentally
• Performs other duties as assigned

Lifting Requirements: Medium - generally not more than 50 Ibs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 Ibs.

03/31/2026

Human Resources

530.712.2137

hrrecruiting@orohosp.com