Laboratory Assistant Full Time Night Shift Mesa Campus

Abrazo Mesa Hospital (located The hospital is located at 5750 E. Baseline Rd.) opening this spring is our sister hospital to Abrazo Central Campus. Abrazo Mesa Hospital will focus on providing emergency room services and less complex inpatient procedures. It will include a 12-bed emergency department, an operating room and eight inpatient rooms, along with additional services. The facility�s emergency department will be open around the clock and staffed by board-certified emergency physicians. Additional services will include surgery, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, pharmacy and other outpatient services in the 32,500 square foot building.

When you join Abrazo�s Community Built On Care, you will find a diverse team of dedicated nurses who work together with one goal: to provide quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity to create meaningful connections and work alongside team members who are passionate about improving our patients� lives. Here, we value employee?growth and work?hard?to cultivate?a nurturing work environment where you can develop your skills as a nursing professional.?If this sounds like a great place to work, you�re right!? We think so too, and we invite you to join us.

Laboratory Assistant Full Time Night Shift Mesa Campus
Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; may perform CLIA waived laboratory tests. Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens, labels tubes and specimen containers, collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision. Performs phlebotomist duties as assigned.
May operate simple lab equipment under supervision. Assists pathologists as needed. Prepares solutions, labels tubes and specimen containers,collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision. Processes anatomic pathology and cytology specimens. Obtains blood specimens for all age groups serviced. 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.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
Interpersonal skills to interact in a professional and competent manner using effective listening, verbal and written communications with patients,clients, laboratory colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
Service orientation actively looking for ways to care through respect, courtesy, empathy and warmth when communicating with patients and clients.
Aware of response to others by using feedback, listening skills, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Team-work skills contributing to departmental success.
Operate basic laboratory equipment, computers and medical software.
Accurate data entry into medical software.
Attention to detail to verify relevant data and process specimens ensuring appropriate specimens are handled, packaged and shipped to the designated laboratory according to established protocols and specimen integrity.
Understands the pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements.
Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and accomplish work accurately and timely.
Demonstrates problem solving by taking the appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting.

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MINIMUM EDUCATION:?High school diploma or equivalent required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:?Ability to complete blood draws independently within six-weeks of hire.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:?6 months of laboratory experience.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant�s or employee�s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.