Laboratory Assistant I

Job Summary:

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens and performs clerical tasks under general supervision of a licensed person as authorized by the California lab law.

Essential Functions:
- Prior to phlebotomy, registers patients and assesses, for age group and other factors.
- Chooses appropriate phlebotomy technique and determines whether assistance will be required.
- May be required to draw blood into computerized systems.
- Enters data such as released test results, patient demographics, physician's name and test requested.
- Relays results to staff as required.
- Prepares specimens for testing.
- Prepares stains and reagents.
- Process specimens to include receiving, sorting, matching, prioritizing, labeling, and shipping.
- Maintains printers and faxes, time stamps, and other equipment in the work area.
- Answers telephones and relays released test results.
- Registers patients, and collects fees and bills.
- Gives patients instructions and provides specimen containers.
- Trains and orients new employees as necessary.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities