Clinical Laboratory Assistant - FT Rotating | San Antonio Med Center LTACH

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of San Antonio Medical Center•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population, as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This is a non-exempt position. Responsibilities I. Position Responsibilities Collects and/or prepares human samples for analysis in a timely, efficient manner. Stocks laboratory supplies in the laboratory and on the nursing units. Transports specimens to laboratory testing facility. Uses computer to log in patients samples, perform inquires and print summaries. Performs basic preventative maintenance, such as temperature checks. Exhibits knowledge of basic development of patients as noted above. Provides age specific data on patients as noted above. Communicates with the family or significant other of the patients, as noted above, when necessary. II. Customer Service Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication. Promotes the mission and vision of PAM Health within the work environment and the community. Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures. III. Health and Safety Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job. Participates in OSHA required training. Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment. Reports unsafe practices to management. Knows own role in case of an emergency Qualifications Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory assistant training program or comparable on-the-job training is preferred. Valid state driver’s license. PAM Health follows the DMV laws of each state and that person is responsible and require to abide by the local law. Current BLS certificate. Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience as a phlebotomist is preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy and finger sticks Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) Effective interpersonal skills and compassion Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving Knowledge of infection control procedures About PAM Health PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty healthcare services through more than 80 locations, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate, expert care, and to support recovery through education and research. Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program. We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities. PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory assistant training program or comparable on-the-job training is preferred.
Valid state driver’s license. PAM Health follows the DMV laws of each state and that person is responsible and require to abide by the local law.
Current BLS certificate.
Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy and finger sticks
Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
Effective interpersonal skills and compassion
Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
Knowledge of infection control procedures

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years’ experience as a phlebotomist is preferred

Responsibilities

Collects and/or prepares human samples for analysis in a timely, efficient manner.
Stocks laboratory supplies in the laboratory and on the nursing units.
Transports specimens to laboratory testing facility.
Uses computer to log in patients samples, perform inquires and print summaries.
Performs basic preventative maintenance, such as temperature checks.
Exhibits knowledge of basic development of patients as noted above.
Provides age specific data on patients as noted above.
Communicates with the family or significant other of the patients, as noted above, when necessary.
Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.
Promotes the mission and vision of PAM Health within the work environment and the community.
Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.
Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job.
Participates in OSHA required training.
Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment.
Reports unsafe practices to management.
Knows own role in case of an emergency