UPMC

Student - Laboratory Aide

UPMC Altoona, PA

UPMC

Student - Laboratory Aide

UPMC Altoona, PA
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Responsibilities:

  • Properly labels specimens with patient's name, hospital and room number, name of test, date and time collected and phlebotomist's initials.
  • Assists techs in all sections as directed by supervisor or tech in charge
  • Prior to collecting blood samples, identifies patient by identification armband, checking it with label using two unique identifiers
  • Appearance is professional and in accordance with the Department of Laboratory Services dress code and hospital policy.
  • Communicates with patients, explaining procedures prior to venipuncture. Serves patient in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.
  • Processes outpatients, to include interpreting physician orders, venipuncture and billing.
  • Is responsible for checking inventory of reagents, disposables, etc. for tests he/she is performing and notifies supervisor if reorder is appropriate.
  • Performs receptionist duties.
  • Collects routine, fasting, timed and stat blood samples as indicated on label ordered by a physician and entered into the computer.
  • Helps to keep the section neat and orderly which includes putting reagents, glassware and supplies away and cleaning up after completion of work.
  • Reports performed work clearly and fully as expected by the supervisor. Must understand basic procedures as designated by the supervisor

High school graduate; three years of college and clinical internship experience.

Rotation through specific departments and phlebotomy.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Annual

  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Other

  • Industries

    Hospitals and Health Care

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