Lab Assistant PRN

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General Description:

This entry level position performs pre-analytical laboratory work that assists in the diagnosis and treatment of OU Health patients. 

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Responsible for the receiving, processing and distribution of specimens for multiple laboratory sections including specimen transport 
• Enters patient information and test orders into Electronic Health Record 
• Operates laboratory equipment such as (but not limited to) scales, centrifuges and incubators 
• Performs and documents proper maintenance of instrumentation and equipment following all safety and regulatory requirements 
• Performs miscellaneous clerical duties such as answering the telephone, file and prepare records for filing 
• Participates in continuing education, professional development and research activities to maintain competencies and promote continuous improvements in care and treatments 
• Knowledge of computer data entry and keyboard skills 
• Maintains clean work station 
• Performs other duties as assigned

​Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: None Required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Must have skills and abilities to perform required laboratory procedures.    
• Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions; must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.   
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.   
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.  
• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.  
• Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures.  
• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner.  
• Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments efficiently.  
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate attention to detail.  
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care within the laboratory.  
• Completes annual competency assessment. Assumes responsibility of own professional development. 

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