Posted:
10/2/2024, 9:50:06 AM
Location(s):
Pembroke Pines, Florida, United States ⋅ Florida, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
Location:
Pembroke Pines, FloridaMemorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.
Summary:
Prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. The Lab Assistant Coordinator may perform administrative functions and serve as a resource to staff and clinicians for troubleshooting, scheduling and training.Responsibilities:
Performs clerical duties. Maintains equipment and adequate stock of supplies. Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.May coordinate billing functions of reference lab testing.Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.May determine and coordinates daily staffing assignments and levels.Train and coordinate training of new and current employees.Provides input to evaluations of team members.May perform phlebotomy functions.Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.May manage work queues of registration and billing discrepancies.Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, SPECIMEN HANDLING, ACCESSIONING, AND PROCESSING, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation and Certification Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years as a Laboratory Assistant and/or Phlebotomist.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Shift:
DaysDisclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
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Headquarter Location: Hollywood, Florida, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1953
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Hospital