Laboratory Assistant - Allied - Starrett City (Brooklyn), NY


NY - (Brooklyn) Starrett City Location
Kings County, New York


Last Day to Apply: October 22, 2022

Title: Laboratory Assistant - Allied

Overview:

  • Job Category: Acute - Allied - Local
  • Duties: Relative experience, including assisting with standard lab tests e.g., centrifuge, aliquote and distribute specimens, measure volumes), labeling and batching specimens, and providing clerical support (e.g., requisitioning); safety and infection control knowledge, computer and communication/phone skills.
  • Skills: 1-year experience.
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Phlebotomy course/certification or Medical Assistant course preferred.

Summary:

  • Prepares solutions, labels tubes and specimen containers, collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision.
  • Performs routine technical and clerical functions.
  • May operate simple lab equipment under supervision.
  • Processes anatomic pathology and cytology specimens.
  • Obtains blood specimens for all age groups serviced.
  • Assists pathologists as needed.
  • Uses, maintains and cleans laboratory equipment and uses protective equipment to protect form exposure to chemical, radiation and infectious hazards.
  • Must be knowledgeable of emergency procedures.
  • Performs phlebotomist duties as assigned.
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