Clinical Lab Assistant III

Job Code: LA3454

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

 

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of tasks related to the pre-analytical processing of biological specimens for testing performed in the clinical laboratory. Responsible for data entry of client demographic information, processing test orders and order review, reconciling specimen/order problems, assist with facilitating send out testing, ensure proper patient registration, paper requisition filing, supply management support, answers phones, ensuring proper labeling of samples and sample distribution, patient phlebotomy, pathology support, and other duties as assigned.

Clinical Laboratory Associate III Duties:  Performs duties above and beyond CLA II.

Actively participate in clinical testing continuous performance improvement activitiesParticipate in safety rounding and reporting within the clinical laboratories. Serve as a primary resource for Specimen Receiving to address problems and identify resolutions. Collects Urine Drug Screens. Orient and train Clinical Laboratory Assistant I and II (s) as assigned. Supports inventory management activities.

 

Patient Care: Shows a commitment to provide the highest level of patient care.

Collects, labels, and prepares specimens for testing. Maintains required documentation for all lab procedures. Processes requisitions for testing. Prepares and distributes reports.

Safety: Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices.

Performs quality control testing to assure accuracy of patient testing. Performs equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Practices safety policies to maintain a safe working environment. Performs all duties to satisfy regulations in preparation for inspections.

Teamwork: Cooperates within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.

Provides information and consultation to requestors. Recognizes interdependencies with other areas and supports other staff as needed. Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Participates in regular staff meetings.

Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job.

Performs competency and proficiency testing to assure maintenance of skills. Completes educational activities to continually improve skills and assists consultants. Participates in improvement of methods and processes.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED Required, Associates or Bachelor Degree Preferred

Experience: Minimum of two years of health care or laboratory setting experience or certified as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA); or certified as a phlebotomist; or student enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science program in a science related major; or a Clinical Laboratory Science program; or a Medical Laboratory Technician program.

Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. 

Licensure: Preferred certification as a CLA, MOA, or ASCP

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tasks. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 17A, Medical Technician, Other Techs

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand 

The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVACH.

 

 OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes