Laboratory Assistant Intern (Part-time) Lihue, Kauai, HI
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
- Lihue, HI
- $16.15-17.76 per hour
- Training
- Part-time
- Identifies patients with proficiency in performing venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks accurately.
- Labels specimens accurately
- Accessions specimens accurately into the LIS system using prescribed laboratory guidelines.
- Processes specimens and prepares them for testing utilizing various types of lab equipment.
- Track all specimen samples in LIS system for inventory purposes as required.
- Maintains phlebotomy area and equipment with ample supplies and clean and safe condition.
- Where applicable, maintain an adequate level of supplies in the processing work area.
- Assists in the care and maintenance of lab work area, furnishings, and equipment.
- Troubleshoots missing sample inquiries from other CLH facilities or physician offices.
- Follows test requirements of reference laboratory and procures appropriate specimens for testing.
- Assists in disposing of all laboratory wastes following OSHA and lab guidelines.
- May operate lab autoclave to render hazardous materials safe.
- May act as backup receptionist or courier.
- ay receive requested stock items and distribute them to the appropriate place as requested
- May perform limited testing (i.e., fingersticks, bleeding times, and sweat tests)
- May perform toxicology (i.e., urine drug) collections and breath alcohol testing, per DOT guidelines
- May pack and prepare dangerous goods shipment items to the outer island and/or mainland.
- May be assigned to work at multiple locations on various shifts as required
- Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance, and legal requirements and guidelines
- Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance
- Performs other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent preferred (in the absence of a High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent, a basic competency test will be administered)
- Understanding of medical terminology preferred
- Computer data entry experience is required
- Excellent attendance record
- Customer service experience preferred
- Able and authorized to work in the United States
- If you are under 18, you have secured the Hawaii state work permit
- Reliable, dependable, and flexible to work at our various locations at different times with very little notice
- For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background check, health clearance, and hospital compliance training
- Successfully pass Company pre-employment drug test and periodic and random thereafter
- Appreciation for your work
- A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
- Opportunity to grow in your profession
- A sense of belonging – we’re a community!