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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
Jackson, MS, United States
Full-time

Job Description

The Medical Laboratory Assistant 1 is responsible for up-front specimen handling and facilitating the workflow in and out of the laboratory.

Assists laboratory personnel with laboratory procedures. May perform some moderate complex tests and support clerical duties.

Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision

Responsibilities

1. Productivity : This will have been satisfactorily performed when

  • All pre analytical specimen handling and facilitating workflow in and out of laboratory is effectively done at all times.
  • Non complex laboratory testing is performed as needed.
  • Assistance is provided in care and maintenance of laboratory work areas and equipment as requested.
  • Appropriate PPE is worn during sample collection and processing to ensure safe work habits and maintains a safe environment for self, co-workers, patients and visitors 100% of the time.

2. Quality & Compliance : This will have been satisfactorily performed when

  • Specimens is accepted and received into the Lab Information System using proper patient identification at all times.
  • Specimen requirements for each test are utilized and specimen is evaluated for proper identification and integrity through visual checks and result evaluation at all times.
  • Protocols for instrument maintenance, running controls and accepting, verifying and recording . results are effectively utilized at all times.
  • Problems and questions outside of own expertise are recognized and referred to appropriate supervisory personnel.

3. Other duties as assigned : This will have been satisfactorily performed when

  • Active participation in committees, department processes and special projects as assigned is provided as requested.
  • Other duties as assigned are completed.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Training

See License Requirements

Special Skills

Communication and Customer Service Skills; problem solving ability, initiative, good judgment.

Licensure

Must obtain Louisiana License as Medical Lab Assistant by LSBME within six (6) months of employment.

30+ days ago
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