Medical Lab Assistant - Oncology - Angeles Clinic
Education and License/Certification Requirements:
High school diploma or GED required.
Current CPT1 licensure required.
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years of clinical lab bench experience in processing and performing testing on patient samples.
Have knowledge of hematology analyzer, routine chemistry analyzer, specimen processing and handling specimen send out testing.
Able to handle reagents appropriately and set-up lab instruments for testing.
Able to run testing analyzers.
Special Skills:
Ability to deal effectively with many people, excellent human relations and oral communication skills.
Must be able to prioritize, organize and coordinate care.
Must have a quality service attitude and put in extra hours to meet patient/clinic needs.
Must be proficient in phlebotomy skills.
Able to work carefully and efficiently under stressful situations.
Physical Demands:
Exposed to noise, electrical, chemical and sharps hazards.
Moderate sitting/walking/standing.
High volume of patient interaction and prolonged viewing of computer screens. Requires good physical and emotional health.
Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs. and 200 lbs. with assistance.
Continuous hand/finger movements.