Lab Assistant Thurs - Sat 4a-4:30p

Company: AdventHealth
Location: Burleson
Posted on: October 14, 2021

Job Description:

Description

Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist -  Texas Health Huguley- operated as joint venture between Texas Health Resources and AdventHealth

Location Address: 11801 South Fwy., Burleson, TX  76028

Top Reasons to Work At Texas Health Huguley, Burleson, TX

• Our care for patients extend to the spiritual level by praying with patients and families and providing on call, 24 hours, 7 days a week Chaplains for spiritual support.

• Award winning facility and departments including “Great Place to Work” by Becker’s Hospital Review and Gallup.
• Work with the latest technology and top experts including “Daisy Award” recipients while on the way to Magnet status—2020.
• Amazing medical benefits through Aetna plus an onsite full-service fitness center.
• Growth opportunities designed for each employee.
• Located about 10 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and near TCU in the award-winning school district, Burleson ISD which also provides a low-cost of living.  

Work Hours/Shift:

Full Time

Thursday - Saturday

4am -4:30pm

What You Will Need:

• Ability to draw and collect blood samples from patients, verify records, and prepare specimens for laboratory analyses
• Ability to implement aseptic technique principles
• Up-to-date knowledge of blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions, and interferences
• Up-to-date knowledge of laboratory tests and laboratory ordering processes
• Ability to process laboratory specimens with appropriate use of hospital and laboratory information systems
• Ability to evaluate collected specimens for volume, collection containers, and related measures
• Ability to accession specimens, evaluate samples for proper submission, and document issues
• Ability to track and restock inventory, as appropriate
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• High School Education or equivalent
• One year of hospital experience 
• Phlebotomy certification or equivalent highly preferred

Job Summary:

Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned work area.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Receives, identifies, accessions, processes, and transports specimens in house and to offsite locations
• Ensures work space is maintained in a safe, aseptic, and organized manner 
• May be required to perform phlebotomy functions for all age groups
• Fulfills clerical duties, including answering phones, data entry, and document filing
• Batching and processes specimens and performs record keeping duties, as required by department
• Cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces
• Performs materials management duties, such as maintaining supply inventories and transporting equipment/supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned

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