Laboratory Assistant - Community Clinics
Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Job DescriptionLaboratory Assistant - Community Clinics
(260466)**SUMMARY:****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 performWe are currently seeking a **Laboratory Assistant** to join our team. This full-time role will work days (start times will fall between 7AM and 10AM). This role will float between a variety of clinic labs: Brooklyn Park, Clinic and Specialty Center, East Lake, Golden Valley, Richfield, and Whittier.**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 skillsYou'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.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Whittier ClinicEligible for Benefits: Yes
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(260466)**SUMMARY:****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 performWe are currently seeking a **Laboratory Assistant** to join our team. This full-time role will work days (start times will fall between 7AM and 10AM). This role will float between a variety of clinic labs: Brooklyn Park, Clinic and Specialty Center, East Lake, Golden Valley, Richfield, and Whittier.**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 skillsYou'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.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Whittier ClinicEligible for Benefits: Yes
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