Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Samples
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Tony
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8217 Anissa Alley
Los Angeles
CA
+1 (555) 436 1993
8217 Anissa Alley
Los Angeles
CA
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+1 (555) 436 1993
Experience
Experience
Dallas, TX
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Dallas, TX
Thompson-Marks
Dallas, TX
Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment related to specific area. Keeps work area in a clean and orderly manner
- Collects blood specimens from patients, following established venipuncture, and/or capillary procedures
- Maintain quality control of all laboratory testing to ensure accurate and timely lab reporting
- Participate in continuing education through self-study, attending in-services and off-site lectures and meetings
- Responds to inquiries regarding specimen handling, test results, patient preparation, problem specimens, etc
- Processes specimen using designated equipment
- Completes annual competency related to scope of duties and age of population being served
present
Houston, TX
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Houston, TX
Paucek-Graham
present
Houston, TX
Medical Laboratory Assistant
present
- Perform pending workload review periodically during the day; find pending assays and resolve outstanding work prior to the completion of testing for the day
- Assist in the development and writing of new medical laboratory procedures and techniques
- Performs and/or assists with simple laboratory procedures as assigned
- Performs clerical work and computer functions, including computer print jobs. Answers telephone calls, gives verbal reports, and calls test results
- Processes patient registrations, in a timely and accurate manner in the hospital registration system, including entry of correct diagnosis code and billing information
- Maintains knowledge of current trends and technical advances in laboratory operations, including inter/intra laboratory meetings, staff meetings, and inservices
- Provides excellent customer service in keeping with the SJH mission, vision, and values
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Brigham Young University
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills
Skills
- Good knowledge of clinical procedures used in the area of responsibility
- Knowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP) and other regulatory agency standards within area of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and
- Ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the area of responsibility
- Hazardous chemical handling
- Education, training and experience
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Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Collect and process patient samples in accordance with established procedures
- Perform waived and/or limited moderately complex laboratory testing in accordance with standards set forth in the approved Laboratory Procedures Manual. Reports and maintains records of patient results according to protocol. ("Waived" and moderately complex are recognized laboratory test complexity classifications as defined in CLIA 88 federal regulations)
- Packages specimens for transport and tracks specimens to the final destination in accordance with KPMAS laboratory policies/procedures and/or DOT regulations. Arranges for special transport when necessary
- Follows instrument/equipment maintenance procedures, troubleshooting procedures and maintains records of actions. Refers major problems to the supervisor or designee
- Communicates specimen inquiries, problems, and investigations to appropriate medical, clinical and technical staff in a timely manner according to established laboratory procedures. In addition, communicates specimen collection instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and schedules laboratory appointments for specified tests
- Maintains adequate inventory of clerical and laboratory supplies
- Identifies unexpected or unreasonable delays and brings any upset patient or unusual situation to the attention of the supervisor or designee
- Performs clerical duties and other duties as assigned
- One (1) year of experience working in a clinical environment including laboratory testing, phlebotomy, and specimen processing OR successful completion of a MLA Clinical Rotation in a Kaiser Permanente Laboratory
- Pass MLA competency exam (internal to Kaiser Permanente) with 80% as minimum passing score for every discipline during probationary period or prior to promotion
- Phlebotomy certification by nationally recognized agency preferred
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Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Perform routine analysis of patient specimens according to standard operating procedures (SOPs). Evaluate specimen acceptability upon receipt and during the review of analysis results. Evaluate validity of specimen results against the algorithms displayed by the lab computer system. Document all corrective actions taken. May perform secondary review of patient results when signed-off as competent to do so for applicable instrument(s) and/or data type(s)
- Perform pending workload review periodically during the day; find pending assays and resolve outstanding work prior to the completion of testing for the day
- Assist in the development and writing of new medical laboratory procedures and techniques
- Notify appropriate staff of supply shortages
- Participate in continuing education through self-study, attending in-services and off-site lectures and meetings
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and
- Hazardous chemical handling
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the area of responsibility
- High School diploma or educational equivalent and 6 months relevant lab experience; or equivalent combination or
- Education, training and experience
- Applicable certifications and licenses as required by country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies
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Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Receives specimens from internal/external suppliers. May retrieve specimens from other hospital departments, as required
- Accessions patient specimens into laboratory computer system. Enters patient demographics and relevant information into laboratory computer system
- Enters/scans units of blood and/or blood components into department computer system
- Triages specimen for handling or release. Centrifuges specimens, as required
- Processes specimen using designated equipment
- Performs designated equipment maintenance including cleaning, emptying waste, and replenishing supplies, as required
- Maintains inventory of reagents and other supplies. Places orders for supplies through department computer system
- Responds to inquiries regarding specimen handling, test results, patient preparation, problem specimens, etc
- Operates the pneumatic tube system, as needed
- Prepares, distributes and files reports, as requested
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Coursework in general science/mathematics, required
- Prior laboratory/client service experience, preferred
- Ability to operate office and minor laboratory equipment, required
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Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Performs Client Service Functions to include, processing telephone calls into RLR, responding to inquiries about testing and specimen requirements and reporting on variations in specimen quality
- Manages the Fax Mail process to include documentation, pending log management, and timely communication to all regulatory agencies regarding reportable diseases
- Manages the communication of critical values from the Regional Lab to the ordering labs to include the documentation of the call in the systems
- Follows established procedures for processing of patient samples. Determines the acceptability of specimens and acts on that information
- Greets visitors in a prompt and courteous manner. Directs visitors to other service areas within the facility
- Performs the following specimen accessioning: Anatomic Pathology using the COPATH AP Information System. Works in conjunction with the Histology staff to optimize specimen accessioning. Waived testing of Fecal Occult Blood (FOBT) specimens using the Polymedco OC-80 analyzer. Works under the supervision of department supervisors, technologists and technicians
- Follows instrument and equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. Maintains records of actions. Attempts to troubleshoot malfunctioning instruments or equipment, referring major problems to the supervisor or designee
- Enters and retrieves information using the laboratory computer system when required and determines the feasibility of add on requests
- Communicates with medical, clinical and technical staff at other laboratories concerning specimen inquiries, problems, critical values and investigations
- Performs duties in compliance with laboratory safety and infection control practices. Wears protective equipment as required. Disposes of bioharzardous waste according to company policies
- Assists material handlers to maintain adequate inventory of clerical and laboratory supplies. Maintains a clean and orderly work area
- Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Presents a professional appearance and manner to all patients and co-workers
- Accesses and set-up of Microbiology specimen
- One (1) year of full time experience working in a clinical environment which includes laboratory testing and specimen processing required
- Phlebotomy certification from an accrediting agency preferred
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Medical Laboratory Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Performs clerical work and computer functions, including computer print jobs. Answers telephone calls, gives verbal reports, and calls test results
- Collects blood specimens from patients, following established venipuncture, and/or capillary procedures
- Prepares and transports specimens to the testing laboratory (including reference laboratories), ensuring specimen integrity. Maintains specimen control, storage, centrifuging, aliquotting, and specimens dispatch to appropriate location in a timely manner
- Processes patient registrations, in a timely and accurate manner in the hospital registration system, including entry of correct diagnosis code and billing information
- Accurately processes, sorts, and delivers mail and reports in a timely manner
- Performs and/or assists with simple laboratory procedures as assigned
- Provides excellent customer service in keeping with the SJH mission, vision, and values
- Acts as primary liaison between patients, physicians, general public and the laboratory. Communicates with appropriate personnel about any unusual problems
- Maintains inventory, orders, receives, and puts away stock in an orderly and timely manner
- Participates in the orientation, education, and training of other laboratory and SJH personnel, residents, students, and consumers
- Maintains knowledge of current trends and technical advances in laboratory operations, including inter/intra laboratory meetings, staff meetings, and inservices
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment related to specific area. Keeps work area in a clean and orderly manner
- Performs other related jobs as required and directed, for example data collection, special assignments, etc
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide age appropriate care as described in the department’s policy and procedure manual
- Completes annual competency related to scope of duties and age of population being served
- Improve patient safety in the delivery of health care by understanding and applying the patient safety goal for SJPHS/Ascension of no preventable deaths or injuries
- Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance, and medical billing practices preferred
- Basic to typing skills
- Demonstrates the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English
- Physical ability for extensive walking, standing, bending, and lifting
- Demonstrates visual, auditory, and verbal skills to effectively interact with all levels of personnel within SJH and external customers
- Demonstrates effective written skills and communications for inter/intra departmental or external use
- Exercises sound judgment and uses discretion when making decisions
- Ability to maintain professional demeanor
- Demonstrates application of knowledge and technical skills appropriate for the specific age population being served
- Six months previous job related experience preferred
