Leader - Lab Assistant - 40 hrs - Days -

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general direction from the supervisor, leads a shift or team to perform pre-analytic and post-analytic specimen and order processing including training and oversight of other lab assistants. Oversees the staff with established procedures, to perform a variety of routine laboratory procedures and support services according to the assigned laboratory section.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates a high level of competency in performing all Laboratory Assistant duties that are relevant to the assigned location

2. May instruct patients and health care staff in proper specimen collection and handling methods. According to established protocols, guidelines, and policies, demonstrates exceptional customer service skills in communicating with internal and external customers

3. Creates laboratory order entry consistent with established procedures. Prepares patient specimens for laboratory testing with emphasis on the pre-analytic and post-analytic processes

4. Investigates and resolves problems associated with requests for testing, customer billing and reporting. Seeks information as needed from information systems, members of the laboratory staff, and other sources

5. Within established parameters, and with appropriate competency training and supervisor approval, may perform CLIA waived tests. Following successful completion of competency assessment, may perform specimen processing, testing, and reporting without direct supervision