General Lab Clerk

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Laboratory Clerk processes the delivery of all incoming laboratory specimens. This can include but is not limited to registration, order entry, and receipt of all laboratory samples into the LIS system. After pre-analytic processing, the clerical staff member will then deliver all specimens to the Analytical area of the lab for Medical Technologist to complete testing. All clerical staff members are also responsible for our outpatient area for pre-employment laboratory processing of all LCMH employees and pre-op laboratory services. Clerical staff members will complete daily temperature and disinfection checks. Clerical staff members are also the laboratory’s first line of customer service representation. Each employee will answer and respond to questions or concerns presented by hospital staff or outside organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Registers patients in the laboratory computer accurately and timely.
• Employee obtains a copy of the patients photo ID and insurance card (if applicable and available). Documents are scanned to accounts ensuring documents are clear when saved.
• Collects updated demographic information and accurately codes information on all patients, including but not limited to: contact numbers, Emergency contact, mailing address, Living Will information, email address, marital status, etc.
• Orders laboratory tests accurately.
• Receives specimens into the laboratory computer system accurately and timely.
• Collects LCMH pre-employment drug screens using chain of custody.
• Faxes results to physicians.
• Answers the telephone ad provides information or relays messages to appropriate personnel.
• Ensure proper collection for specimen integrity.
• Keeps outpatient area clean and well maintained.
• Utilizes proper hand washing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology and an in depth knowledge of specimen collection tools and techniques.
• Basic computer skills; basic mathematics skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and tuberculosis.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Mental competence and alertness, dexterity and accuracy of physical movements; clear, concise, pleasant speaking abilities; accurate hearing is essential; visual acuity is a must; stability of emotional make up is essential.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.