Laboratory Assistant II

Pathology

Full Time- Day Shift

 A Laboratory Assistant is an individual trained on-the-job to process a variety of clinical specimens for diagnostic laboratory testing, and access associated records.

Performs assigned patient-sample processing activities; Follows established SOPs for the ordering and processing of biological specimens for analysis and evaluates and solves problems related to that process. • Operates the pneumatic tube system properly and observes all Infection Control policies while handling specimens; Provides timely distribution of specimens to appropriate laboratory sections; Maintains accurate and orderly log records and/or worksheets where required according to SOPs. • Maintains a safe and orderly work area; Demonstrates safe work practices; Keeps work area free from personal documents and items. • Answers phone in a professional, courteous, and timely manner speaking to caller in a caring manner; Answers questions or refers callers to the appropriate source; Avoids putting caller on hold or transferring call unnecessarily; Researches phone inquiries regarding specimen collection or test results by referencing available manuals and records, and calls caller back promptly. • Understands collection requirements for special or referral testing, prepares specimens, ensures integrity and correctness of sample, and arranges for dispatch and pick-up of specimens as needed; Keeps current with laboratory minutes and documented changes; Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies, and appropriately communicates the need to re-order before supplies run out. • Assists with the instruction of procedures and techniques to other employees; Performs daily temperature checks on rooms, refrigerators, freezers, incubators and preventive maintenance on centrifuges as needed. • Complies with Hospital, Laboratory, Safety, and HIPAA regulations; Notifies Supervisor or Safety Officer of hazards when found; Completes annual mandatories on or before the due date; Responsible for maintaining adequate staffing on all three shifts, weekends, and holidays. • Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures • Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization. • Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures • Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

H.S. Diploma/GED, required. And Prior experience in hospital laboratory receiving area, preferred.  And Prior experience with the Laboratory Information System, preferred. Certified as a PBT or MLA by a minimum knowledge-based exam such as the Board of Certification PBT(ASCP) or MLA(ASCP), preferred.