New Hyde Park, NY, US
9 hours ago
Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

Performs routine clerical tasks related to laboratory.

Job Responsibility

 

* Receives specimens from internal/external suppliers.May retrieve specimens from other hospital departments, as required. * Accessions patient specimens into laboratory computer system.Enters patient demographics and relevant information into laboratory computer system. * Enters/scans units of blood and/or blood components into department computer system. * Triages specimen for handling or release.Centrifuges specimens, as required. * Processes specimen using designated equipment. * Performs designated equipment maintenance including cleaning, emptying waste, and replenishing supplies, as required. * Maintains inventory of reagents and other supplies.Places orders for supplies through department computer system. * Responds to inquiries regarding specimen handling, test results, patient preparation, problem specimens, etc. * Operates the pneumatic tube system, as needed. * Prepares, distributes and files reports, as requested. Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

 

Job Qualification

 

High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Coursework in general science/mathematics, required. Prior laboratory/client service experience, preferred. Ability to operate office and minor laboratory equipment, required. Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.


*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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