Collects and processes blood specimens for testing in the laboratory.

Reports to: Phlebotomy Supervisor

Under the supervision and direction of a medical technologist and under CLAI88 guideline, performs pre- and post- analytical test processing areas of the clinical lab which may or may not include the following: A. Placing specimens on the automated analyzers for analysis B. Processes microbiology specimens for routine culture analysis C. Performs waived and moderate testing platforms E. Logging and distribution of patient test specimens from the processing areas in the lab to the respective test areas F. Entering patient demographics and test orders into the automated chemistry analyzer Drag Edit Delete

Labels, processes and delivers specimens for testing. Drag Edit Delete

Collects ordered specimens from patients using age-appropriate techniques. Drag Edit Delete

Maintains scheduled and non-scheduled equipment maintenance and medical supplies. Drag Edit Delete

Utilize computer system for data entry and monitoring workflow Drag Edit Delete

Accurately registers patients using appropriate method and registration procedures. Drag Edit Delete

Performs routine department functions, such as answering the phone in an appropriate and timely manner, taking/delivering messages and transferring calls as needed, faxing and copying. Drag Edit Delete

Maintains a clean and organized work environment Drag Edit Delete

Perform and record quality control results for occupational medicine as required Drag Edit Delete

Direct workflow, lunch breaks, and breaks of phlebotomists in the absence of a Lead or Supervisor Drag Edit Delete

Order supplies for phlebotomy and fills orders from other other departments/clients as directed Drag Edit Delete

Active team member during inventory Drag Edit Delete

Stocks laboratory supplies and manages expiration dates on supplies Drag Edit Delete

Oversee the reference lab send outs for proper collection and processing according to reference lab protocol Drag Edit Delete

Oversee the pathology specimens for proper collection and processing according to pathology protocol Drag Edit Delete

Oversee the STATE LAB Specimen are properly collected and processed according to STATE LAB procedures Drag Edit Delete

Assist in training new team members Drag Edit Delete

Store monthly reports properly

Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent - Required Drag Edit Delete

Minimum Education Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Preferred Formal Phlebotomy program with a minimum of 40 hours of clinical experience/certification - Preferred Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills Certification: BLS certification from approved American Heart Association or American Red Cross training center must be obtained within 90 days of employment. CPT Certification from an approved phlebotomy certification association or similar professional certification (e.g., MA, PCT, EMT) - Preferred Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete

Minimum Work Experience Two years of phlebotomy/accessioning experience in a hospital setting or 6 months of successful performance at Sumner Regional Medical Center or enrolled in a clinical laboratory science institution

Job: *Laboratory

Organization: **

Title: Clinical Lab Assistant PRN

Location: Tennessee-Gallatin

Requisition ID: 7457-11555