Job Summary:

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.

+ Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.

+ Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.

+ Informs physicians of released lab results.

+ Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.

+ Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
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