Job Description
The Lab Assistant 1 is responsible for the pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens AND/OR for the procurement and preparation of laboratory specimens for testing. Performs simple tasks and tests under direct supervision.
* Transcribe laboratory testing orders efficiently and accurately.
* Ensure specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored.
* Basic specimen processing. - Distribute or track specimens to the appropriate areas of the laboratory for testing.
* Basic knowledge of specimen collections from individuals of varying ages, diverse physical and mental disabilities, and health conditions.
* May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT), (if applicable to site).
* Explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding, and to reduce patient anxiety. Handle basic patient complications and escalate patient concerns to leaders...
* Transcribe laboratory testing orders efficiently and accurately.
* Ensure specimens are properly identified, labeled, collected, and stored.
* Basic specimen processing. - Distribute or track specimens to the appropriate areas of the laboratory for testing.
* Basic knowledge of specimen collections from individuals of varying ages, diverse physical and mental disabilities, and health conditions.
* May perform Point of Care Testing (POCT), (if applicable to site).
* Explain collection procedures and provide patient instructions to ensure the accurate collection or preparation of specimens, to facilitate patient/caregiver understanding, and to reduce patient anxiety. Handle basic patient complications and escalate patient concerns to leaders...
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