Clinical Laboratory Assistant II (Full Time)

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing patient blood collections and employee drug screenings. Conducts specimen registration, receiving, sorting, and storage to ensure accurate laboratory processing. Ensures proper identification and handling of all specimens. Maintains compliance with laboratory protocols and regulatory standards. Supports efficient workflow and quality assurance within the laboratory environment.

Essential Functions

• Performs phlebotomy and glucose meter testing according to established procedures.
• Identifies patients accurately prior to specimen collection and testing.
• Explains blood collection procedures to patients before and during the process.
• Collects and handles drug screening and breath alcohol testing for Department of Transportation requirements.
• Receives, validates, processes, and prepares all specimens for reference laboratories, including order entry and proper packaging.
• Maintains specimen collection area and equipment for efficient workflow and processing.
• Documents and follows up on specimen integrity issues, manages specimen rejections, and reviews uncollected and unreceived logs.
• Manages inventory for all reference laboratories.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

2-5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Phlebotomy Technician Certified

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 1. Never

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing). Also involves occasional exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Laboratory

Shift

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

222 Medical Circle

City, State

Morehead, Kentucky