NI-Assistant, Laboratory

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

11/19/2024

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-7112AC

Job Title:

NI-Assistant, Laboratory

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The UW Health Laboratory Assistant works under the general supervision of their leader to process laboratory specimens. Under supervision, the Laboratory Assistant completes competency-based training checklists to maintain College of American Pathologists and/or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments compliance. Organizational skills, attention to detail, reliability, and ability to prioritize are essential to successful performance. Effective communication skills are required. This position operates under general supervision and requires a high degree of organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Monitor work queues and results, as applicable.

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Report select results to ordering source using laboratory computer and/or telephone.

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Perform and document required quality control activities, such as internal and external controls, patient sample comparisons, and proficiency testing.

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Document and communicate instrument errors.

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Communicate supply needs as applicable.

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Monitor specimen identification, resolve problems, and complete documentation, as necessary.

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Release patient test orders using the laboratory information system. Use established policies and procedures for specimen acceptability and troubleshoot or clarify questions regarding specimen integrity.

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Provide training support for other employees as needed.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Will provide all patients age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening and interpretation of clinical and laboratory data. Develops and implements age appropriate interventional plans of care including education within the parameters of their position responsibilities and licensure

JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma

or equivalent.

Required

6 months of laboratory experience.

Preferred

Medical Laboratory Assistant (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent.

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Tolerance of an acute care setting.

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Ability to work independently.

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Strong attention to detail.

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Demonstrated skill with laboratory information systems.

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High level written and oral communication skills and the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with co-workers and customers.

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Ability to organize and prioritize work.

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Competence in problem identification and resolution.

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Knowledge of laboratory medicine and universal precautions preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

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15 - 30 lbs.

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30 - 50 lbs.

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Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.