Lab Assistant at New York Oncology Hematology | Amsterdam, NY, US | Rezi

Lab Assistant at New York Oncology Hematology

Lab Assistant

New York Oncology Hematology · Amsterdam, NY, US

1 months ago

Lab Assistant

New York Oncology Hematology · Amsterdam, NY, US

a month ago
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About the Role

Be part of a practice at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer care and advanced treatments. Access opportunities for professional growth and continuing education. Work alongside a collaborative and compassionate team of experts dedicated to making a difference. Discover your career potential with a practice dedicated to excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
  • Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
  • Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed.
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
  • Preps patients as necessary (e.g., taking vital signs).
  • Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines.
  • Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
  • Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
  • Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
  • Charts patient results in a timely manner.
  • Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
  • Arrange for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician.
  • Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
  • Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently.
  • Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
  • Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
  • Performs daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
  • Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents.
  • Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed.
  • Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards.
  • Complies with regulatory agency standards.
  • Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
  • Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
  • Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed.
  • Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
  • Responsible for performing CLIA Waived or Moderately complexity testing under close supervision.
  • Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion.
  • Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Position is entry level and requires no experience.
  • Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment.
  • Sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry.
  • Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
  • Corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range.
  • Legible handwriting.

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • Specimen collection
  • Specimen analysis
  • Instrument maintenance
  • Quality control
  • Patient flow assistance
  • Record keeping
  • Operating laboratory equipment
  • Troubleshooting
  • Safety compliance
  • OSHA compliance
  • Universal Precautions
  • Hazardous material disposal
  • CLIA Waived testing
  • Moderately complexity testing

Location

  • Multiple locations throughout the Capital Region

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Entry level

Education Level

  • High School diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

  • $18 - $23 per hour

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • Continuing education

About the Company

  • A practice at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer care and advanced treatments.
  • Dedicated to excellence and innovation.