Laboratory Assistant

1 month ago

Minneapolis, United States Hennepin County Medical Center Full time

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join our Community Clinics team. This part-time role will work days (start times will fall between 7AM and 10AM). This role will float between a variety of clinics: Brooklyn Park, Clinic and Specialty Center, East Lake, Golden Valley, Richfield, and Whittier.

Purpose of this position: Under general supervision, performs work that involves collecting and/or processing laboratory specimens, entering data into the electronic health record (EHR) and/or the laboratory information system (LIS). Interacts and communicates with patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team by using various communication tools in a timely and professional manner

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ambulatory (Community Clinics/CSC)

  • Assists in maintaining supplies and helping with inventory
  • Assists with training of new staff members and students
  • Performs standard procedures for the collection of laboratory samples including but not limited to:
    • Patient identification
    • Venipuncture collection
    • Capillary collection
    • Urine collection
    • Documentation of collection in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Reviews and releases patient laboratory orders in the electronic health record (EHR)
  • Reviews, orders, and collects patient laboratory orders from an outside facility according to standard operating procedures
  • Properly processes and distributes specimens following collection
  • Explains collection processes and procedures to patients, customers, and their families
  • Prepares specimens for send out to reference laboratory (HHS Main Campus), including properly labeling, aliquoting of specimens, and any associated LIS documentation (transfer lists)
  • Prepares, performs, and documents select testing according to standard operating procedures for which they have received applicable training and supervisor approval to perform

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED

-OR-

  • An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified or certified-eligible with a nationally accredited phlebotomy association

-OR-

  • Completion of ten quarter credits of biology or chemistry college courses

-OR-

  • Six Months of experience in a clinical laboratory setting

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

  • Customer Service skills

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Department: Community Clinics LabsPrimary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Whittier Clinic Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.70 (56 hours per pay period)Shift Detail: DayJob Level: StaffEmployee Status: Regular Eligible for Benefits: YesUnion/Non Union: Union Job Posting: Aug-02-2024
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