Assistant, Laboratory

We are looking for a full-time Lab Assistant to join the team at our Stillwater Clinic.

As a lab assistant at HealthPartners Clinic Stillwater, you will perform laboratory procedures according to established clinic guidelines and other relevant regulations.
All programs and activities are designed to support the short- and long-term mission, vision, goals, and objectives of HealthPartners Clinic Stillwater.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• OSHA training
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred
• Medical assistant program preferred

Skills required:

• Advanced organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities daily.
• Knowledge of health care field
• Skill in performing assigned tasks appropriately; tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures; to project a pleasant and professional image; plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks; demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others; apply written instructions and standardized work practices; communicate clearly; and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients and families.

Experience required:

• A minimum of one year customer service experience preferably in health care setting
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities daily

Job Duties - Laboratory:

• Obtains blood and non blood specimens for laboratory testing
• Ensures specimen requirements and integrity are met
• Verifies proper patient identification and correct specimen labeling
• Competently and accurately completes specimen testing for Moderately Complex Laboratory
• Perform quality assurance testing as required by State and Federal agencies
• Performs EKGs and Spirometry functions
• Documentation according to State, Federal and Clinic guidelines
• Recognizes and resolves problems caused by collection or instrumentation problems
• Participates in proficiency testing
• Follows infection control policies

General:

• Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment which supports favorable patient/public/employee relations
• Adheres to the Stillwater Medical Group guidelines as explained in the handbook
• Is flexible in meeting unusual Clinic and Department needs
• Completes 100% of mandatory education
• May be assigned to assist in training new hires or transfers
• Completes billing information
• Presents a clean and organized work area
• Performs other duties as assigned