Clinical Lab Assistant - Emergency Department (11:00am - 11:00pm)

Clinical Lab Assistant - Emergency Department

Clinical Lab Assistant - Emergency Department Full-Time Position (3 x 12 hours shifts) Schedule: 11:00am - 11:00pm - every other Sunday rotation (weekend rotation subject to change based on staffing needs of the unit)

Job Summary:

• Performs venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently to collect patient samples
• Is trained to perform activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment
• Performs specified lab tests in Microbiology, Serology, Hematology and Urinalysis
• Participates in proficiency testing and performance improvement activities, while retaining full competency of skills
• Has thorough knowledge of in-house test requirements
• Able to receive and prioritize processing of specimens to include initiation of testing, verification of results and follow-up to ensure the timely completion of pending items
• Provides service to a wide variety of patients from infant to geriatric
• Responsible for maintaining a clean environment plus clean equipment. Assists by taking inventory of reagents, ordering and stocking of materials as needed, stocking & rotating those older in expiration dates.
• Relies on SOP instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Works under direct Lab Technician supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting required
• Completes the application and passes the AMT certification exam after having completed 1 year of work in all lab disciplines
• Completes continuing education assignments and participates in performance improvement activities

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options

Odessa Regional Medical Center was founded in 1975 as Odessa Women's and Children's Hospital. Through the years, the hospital grew and evolved into a full-service healthcare facility and the name was changed to Odessa Regional Medical Center to reflect its larger campus and more comprehensive services. The hospital has 225 beds and has approximately 250 physicians on staff and has over 700 employees.

Today, ORMC offers a wide spectrum of healthcare services, including advanced diagnostic imaging technology, emergency care, innovative surgical procedures, maternity care, comprehensive cardiac services and general medical care.

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