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Lab Testing Assistant

McMinnville, Oregon

Req ID LABTE028622 Post Date Dec. 03, 2024 CategoryTechnician FacilityWillamette Valley Medical Center
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Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardiopulmonary Services, Therapy Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center.

Where We Are:

McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
  • And much more…

Position Summary:

The phlebotomist/lab assistant performs the collection, processing and preparation of blood, body fluids and other laboratory samples for testing and analysis.  They interact with patients, nurses, doctors and other medical personnel.  As a member of the laboratory team, they are the first source for excellent customer service in the laboratory.  They utilize computers and general office organizational skills in performing their duties.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Phlebotomy training required - certification preferred.
  • Computer keyboard entry experience.
  • Ability to speak, read and write English.
  • Minimum of one year experience preferred.

Essential Job Functions

  • Specimen collection and labeling.
  • Instructs patients about proper sample collection.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide care to all patient age groups.
  • Specimen processing.
  • Uses the Laboratory Information System to obtain and record data and issue results
  • Maintains equipment in proper working order.
  • Follows and maintains competency on all standard operating procedures.
  • Performs chain of custody collections.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
  • Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
  • Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
  • Training and or experience in Phlebotomy
  • Computer skills: Electronic medical records software
  • Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
  • Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
  • Ability to meet hospital requirements for the operation of fleet vehicles required
  • Ability to work varied shifts
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