Laboratory Assistant - Lab - Part Time - Camden in St Marys, Georgia at Southeast Georgia Health System

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Assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of the patients in accordance with established laboratory standards and practices.

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Performs timely and accurate patient registration.

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Performs laboratory support functions. Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory functions as assigned.

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Demonstrates correct procedure for completion of venipuncture/skin puncture procedures for patients of all ages.

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Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory functions as assigned.

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Responsible for paging and communicating client needs to client service representative and phlebotomists.

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Performs filing and maintenance of laboratory request forms with associated paperwork and reference lab reports.

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Receives specimens into the LIS from nursing units and immediately transports specimens to appropriate testing section, communicating appropriately as to priority (i.e., STATS).

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Responsible for communicating with the public, medical staff, and interdepartmental personnel regarding client and patient needs and testing reports.

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Maintains extremely confidential and accurate records for appropriate billing and regulatory practices.

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Ensures reports are delivered to appropriate physicians or areas.

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Provides collection of blood specimens from patients, transports specimens to the laboratory for analysis.

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Works flexible hours to include weekends and holidays.

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Performs other duties as directed.