Clinical Laboratory Assistant

1 month ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern Medicine Full time

About the Role

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the mission and values of Northwestern Medicine, adhering to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Presents a professional demeanor and appearance, demonstrating teamwork by assisting colleagues within and across departments.
  • Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
  • Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
  • Performs phlebotomy and other lab specimen collections according to age-related standards.
  • Provides appropriate post-phlebotomy patient care.
  • Identifies need for patient medical assistance and calls code as appropriate.
  • Reviews and records refrigerator temperature(s) and QC/QA records, reporting areas of concern through the Corrective Action Log and to maintenance for repair.
  • Performs low-complexity (waived) testing accurately and efficiently under the direction of a CLS or supervisor.
  • Follows lab procedures carefully, following up with all outstanding orders on Order Monitor and communicating all timed, completed, or uncompleted draws/charges, tasks, and missing phones through shift reporting to the next shift prior to clocking out.
  • Inputs and retrieves lab results in the Laboratory or Hospital computer system.
  • Properly processes specimens for transport to reference laboratories.
  • Follows JCAHO National Patient Safety goals in regard to two patient identifiers and hand washing.

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma.

Preferred:

  • Phlebotomy Certification or training from an accredited School or Institution within six months of hire, or equivalent training as a Phlebotomist.


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