Phlebotomy/Laboratory Assistant

Company: Willamette Valley Medical Center
Location: Mcminnville
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

The phlebotomist/lab assistant performs the collection, processing and preparation of blood, body fluids and other laboratory samples for testing and analysis. - They interact with patients, nurses, doctors and other medical personnel. -As a member of the laboratory team, they are the first source for excellent customer service in the laboratory. - They utilize computers -and general office organizational skills in performing their duties.
Minimum Qualifications

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• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Phlebotomy training required - certification preferred.
  
• Computer keyboard entry experience.
  
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
  
• Minimum of one year experience preferred.
  
  Essential Job Functions
  
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  • Specimen collection and labeling.
    
  • Instructs patients about proper sample collection.
    
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide care to all patient age groups.
    
  • Specimen processing.
    
  • Uses the Laboratory Information System to obtain and record data and issue results
    
  • Maintains equipment in proper working order.
    
  • Follows and maintains competency on all standard operating procedures.
    
  • Performs chain of custody collections.
    
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    
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    • Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
      
    • Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
      
    • Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
      
    • Training and or experience in Phlebotomy
      
    • Computer skills: Electronic medical records software
      
    • Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
      
    • Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
      
    • Ability to meet hospital requirements for the operation of fleet vehicles required
      
    • Ability to work varied shifts
      

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