Medical Lab Assistant; Days/Evenings; Full-Time, Weekends
Great Benefits Package! Rochelle Community Hospital operates as an independent and stable hospital.
Rochelle, IL 
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GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION: Rochelle Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All offers are contingent upon successful passing of a post-offer substance testing, positive reference checks and background check and your ability to establish your employment eligibility in the United States.  No sponsorship is available for this position.

ALL RESUMES AND APPLICATIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ILLINOISJOBNETWORK.COM TO BE CONSIDERED. Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Rochelle Community Hospital is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

Position Summary
Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA) are responsible for the collection of blood by venous, capillary, and arterial puncture on patients of all ages while providing excellent customer service. MLA are responsible for the collection of other specimen such as urine, feces, and swabs, EKG testing, and entry of orders for laboratory testing. In addition, MLA are responsible for specimen processing, culture set up, placing barcoded samples on instruments, sending out reference specimens, and performing waived kit testing, under close supervision of technologists and technicians, with strict adherence to policies, procedures, and quality standards of the Hospital and the Laboratory. The MLA must thrive under high-pressure situations and work efficiently and harmoniously with patients, staff, and visitors.

Principle Responsibilities
  • Always Identifies patient with 2 identifiers and checks the tests to be drawn against the physician’s orders for accuracy.
  • Always performs all blood collections (i.e., venous, arterial, and capillary) accurately with rarely a need to recollect a patient’s specimen; thoroughly explains procedures, and protects patient’s privacy.
  • After Draw, labels all tubes within sight of the patient, verifies tubes are correctly labeled.
  • Always contacts/consults with appropriate personnel when difficulties are encountered in drawing.
  • Thoroughly washes hands between procedures, patients, and throughout the shift; follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis in the use of all equipment and instruments and strictly adheres to the institution’s infection control procedures.
  • Completes DOT training and performs collection of Drug Screen and Breath Alcohol testing.
  • Records the need for ordering supplies and ensures that proper supplies are on hand at all times in all areas of the laboratory.
  • Always wears the appropriate protective attire when performing all laboratory procedures.
  • Completes required checklists and reports each shift.
  • Responsibly completes all work procedures during the work shift without sacrificing the quality of work; requests overtime if needed.
  • Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary; continually uses time to departmental advantage.
  • Always accommodates STAT orders as requested.
  • Always attends to specimens as required; never allows specimens to stand for a period of time that would reduce their stability for testing.
  • Assists others as required and permitted.
  • Always reports any incomplete assignments/procedures to ensure continuity of procedures between shifts.
  • Has a complete understanding of departmental policies and procedures as outlined in each departmental policy and procedure manual.
  • Instruct new hospital personnel on proper laboratory procedures.
  • Always refers unsolved problems to the appropriate person.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span (from neonate to geriatric), and possess the ability to adapt care as needed to each patients unique needs while adhering to the department’s policies and procedures.
  • Always attempts to understand the needs of others in relation to laboratory test/procedure requests; uses good judgment when responding to their requests, especially those of physicians.
  • Consistently demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose the appropriate course of action.
  • Makes no hasty decisions; consults with other appropriate personnel when in question.
  • Always shows an awareness of proper safety procedures.
  • Understands universal precautions and infection control practices; takes great efforts to ensure that specimens or test tubes do not become contaminated.
  • Recognizes the role of the laboratory and how it relates to the overall function of the hospital.
  • Consistently combines ethical judgment with technical skill within the policy and legal guidelines of the department when performing procedures.
  • Always greets patients in a courteous manner; responds to patients with empathy and positive interpersonal skills. Uses the principles of AIDET with every patient interaction.
  • Always works well with supervisor and those in authority positions.
  • Maintains a positive rapport with the medical staff, nursing personnel, laboratory staff, and other hospital personnel.
  • Consistently responds to co-workers and others in a positive and professional manner; uses good empathy and communications skills.
  • Always provides direction and assistance to patients, families, and visitors in a courteous and positive manner.
  • Respects, at all times, the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion when discussing patient matters; reveals test results only to the appropriate personnel.
  • Inspires confidence from patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers and staff by performing and communicating in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
  • Consistently coordinates work schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift.
  • Regularly demonstrates the ability to coordinate simultaneous tests/procedures with complete accuracy; demonstrates flexibility to adjust schedule in response to STAT orders, emergency situations, or fluctuations in patient workload.
  • Completes all assigned procedures during the shift; regularly uses time between procedures to departmental advantage – assisting others, clerical duties, stocking supplies, etc. Helps others as needed.
  • Willing to adjust personal schedule in case of a real departmental need.
  • Consistently shows the ability to prioritize competing duties.
  • Takes time to plan work so that the maximum productivity is maintained throughout the assigned shift.
  •  Consistently performs duties and assignments in an independent manner with little or no direct supervision.
  • Maintains working areas in a sanitary condition; cleans equipment whenever the need exists.
  • Assumes personal responsibility for on-going continuing education and professional development.
  • Always uses initiative in safety procedures to prevent accidents.
  • Consistently reports to supervisor any suggestions or positive changes/recommendations within departmental policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates enthusiasm in performing and accepting work assignments.
  • Always provides proper notification and advanced notice for absence or tardiness. Abides by RCH attendance policy to limit excessive absences.
  • Always demonstrates reliability and makes every attempt to consistently report to work on time at the start of the assigned shift.
  • Consistently strives to maintain a reliable and dependable reputation in the laboratory.
  • Always observes hospital dress code and visibly wears identification badge.
  • Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
  • Attends to personal matters and appointments to avoid a conflict with work schedule.
  • Consistently demonstrates a concern for cleanliness of self and work area; always practices infection control (hand washing) for the protection of patient and self.
  • Routinely and carefully prepares specimens and routes them to appropriate reference laboratory for all testing not performed on site.
  • Always assesses reference specimen for stability, integrity, transport requirements, and positive specimen identification before processing specimens for referral.
  • Always verifies the name of the test specimen or specimen container with the patient and the type of test to be performed as indicated by the requisition, label or worksheet.
  • Records the need for ordering supplies and ensures that proper supplies are on hand at all times in all areas of the laboratory.
  • Always reports any incomplete assignments/procedures to ensure continuity of procedures between shifts.
  • Understands and strictly adheres to all testing procedures as applicable to the position.
  • Performs only those procedures that are authorized for the position and for which training and competency is maintained.
  • Always verifies specimen labeling, stability requirements and specimen integrity before placing barcodes tubes on instruments or performing waived testing.
  • Always carefully chooses proper microbiology media according to protocol for specimen type, and using sterile technique, plates and incubates for optimum microbial growth.
  • Assists techs with workflow by taking temperatures, stocking supplies, storing specimens, cleaning counters, and answering phone calls as needed.
  • Seeks advice of techs when situations arise that deviate from normal operations or procedure. Asks for help when needed.
  • Communicates effectively with technologist to optimize turnaround times and patient care.
  • Takes direction from the technologist on proper procedure and prioritization of testing.
  • Is fully aware of the hospital's goals, mission, and vision statement.
  • Consistently strives to be an effective and productive member of the institution and strives to reflect RCH values.
  • Performs all other duties as requested and assigned.
Position Education/Qualifications
Education:       High school Diploma or GED
Certification:  Phlebotomy course required.  Phlebotomy certification or eligible, within one year of hire.  MLA (ASCP) desirable

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
  • The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work accurately and effectively in oral and written directions and communication.
  • Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Repeat the same movements.
  • Moderate lifting pulling pushing and carrying in a busy environment. Lifts weights up to 25 pounds
  • The employee is subject to hazards: Chemical Hygiene Plan and Blood borne Pathogen guidelines are in place for employee safety.
  •  The employee is subject to atmospheric conditions of controlled lab environment.
 
Rochelle Community Hospital Association position descriptions are guidelines.  They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to do.  They are intended to provide a general outline of the work, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position.  Employees are expected to provide whatever assistant is needed so that both individual and organizational success can be achieved.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

 

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Job Summary
Company
Rochelle Community Hospital
Start Date
ASAP
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40, wknd rotation
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Days/Evenings, 10 hour shifts
Salary and Benefits
Competitive Pay based on experience, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, Shift Premiums, Health, Vision and Dental Insurance (eligible 1st of month after hire date), Life & Disability Insurance, 401(k) Plan, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Free Fitness Center Membership, Employee Discounts, Education/Tuition Reimbursement, Career Advancement, Work/Life Balance Environment, Recognition and Rewards, Teamwork, Community-based
Required Education
Certification or Vocational
Required Experience
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