LABORATORY ASSISTANT I - (UTICA, NY)
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Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Director of Laboratory and Laboratory Supervisor, receives patients, correctly identifies patients, collects specimens from patients, transports specimens, performs clerical functions, and assists technical personnel with assigned non-technical tasks. Core Job Responsibilities Obtains blood specimens by skin puncture (capillary) or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed: (LAI044, LAI050, LAI045, LAI476) from neonates by capillary blood collection techniques; from pediatric, adolescents, adult and geriatric patients Instructs patients in collection of urine, sputum, stool specimens. Accepts these specimens from patients and verifies labeling is complete and accurate Follows Chain of Custody specimen collection protocols Perform other duties as required. Education/Experience Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma Phlebotomy work experience or phlebotomy course Licensure/Certification Requirements Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 92962 Department CLINICAL LABORATORY Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 8.50 FTE 1 Work Schedule CWA-UFCSM - 8 HR Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union 2006 - UFCW Pay Range $17 - $22 Per Hour