CLINICAL LAB ASSISTANT

Job description

Assists technical staff in the preparation, processing, handling and tracking of laboratory specimens. Competent in general laboratory support services such as computer system order entry, registration of patients, procurement and handling of specimens and orders. May work in clinical lab, cytology and microbiology. Essential Job Functions: Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities] - Demonstrate competency in appropriate computer system functions - Assures accuracy of patient specimen identification, data entry, and transcription of information. - seeks resolution of questionable information in a timely manner - utilizes effectively order entry system to place requests for supplies and services and aid in trouble shooting - ensures continuity of communication from physician orders through to resulting - monitors various reports to track specimens and/or results - retrieves information in an efficient manner providing timely resolution to inquires - Maintains a general understanding of the HIS-LIS exchange of information and the overall information requirements to ensure accurate completion of communication transactions. - Responsible for receipt and pre-analytic e...