Central Processing Assistant, Clinton, 40 Hours, Days
Core
Procure blood specimens from patients, perform EKGs, and process specimens for laboratory analysis.
Role type
Clinical support specialist (phlebotomy and EKG)
Builds
Blood specimens and EKG data for clinical laboratory analysis
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Phlebotomy, EKG performance, Patient registration, Specimen handling, Infection control, Patient communication
Preferred skills
ASCP Phlebotomy certification, 1+ year phlebotomy experience
Technologies
GE EKG carts, MUSE software, ROVER, HIS
Responsibilities
Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture; Perform EKGs using GE EKG carts and MUSE software; Process, label, and store patient specimens; Transport specimens to the laboratory; Perform patient registration and insurance verification; Confer with patients to explain procedures and obtain information; Provide technical guidance to students and new employees; Mail and fax laboratory reports to physician offices.
