Laboratory Assistant Intern (Part-time) Lihue, Kauai, HI
Sonic Healthcare USA

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

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Are you considering an exciting career in the health industry and would like to be part of our Internship program? You've got a passion for patient care and the drive to keep things running smoothly. You're also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

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This opportunity is:

Location: Lihue, Kauai, HI

Status: Part-time

Days/Hours: TBD

Base hourly pay: $16.15 to $17.76 D.O.E

In this role, you will:

Clinical Lab has an exciting opening for Lab Assistant Interns

Under general supervision and in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and guidelines, this

position:

• Identifies patients with proficiency in performing venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks accurately.
• Labels specimens accurately
• Accessions specimens accurately into the LIS system using prescribed laboratory guidelines.
• Processes specimens and prepares them for testing utilizing various types of lab equipment.
• Track all specimen samples in LIS system for inventory purposes as required.
• Maintains phlebotomy area and equipment with ample supplies and clean and safe condition.
• Where applicable, maintain an adequate level of supplies in the processing work area.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of lab work area, furnishings, and equipment.
• Troubleshoots missing sample inquiries from other CLH facilities or physician offices.
• Follows test requirements of reference laboratory and procures appropriate specimens for testing.
• Assists in disposing of all laboratory wastes following OSHA and lab guidelines.
• May operate lab autoclave to render hazardous materials safe.
• May act as backup receptionist or courier.
• ay receive requested stock items and distribute them to the appropriate place as requested
• May perform limited testing (i.e., fingersticks, bleeding times, and sweat tests)
• May perform toxicology (i.e., urine drug) collections and breath alcohol testing, per DOT guidelines
• May pack and prepare dangerous goods shipment items to the outer island and/or mainland.
• May be assigned to work at multiple locations on various shifts as required
• Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance, and legal requirements and guidelines
• Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

All you need is:

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent preferred (in the absence of a High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent, a basic competency test will be administered)
• Understanding of medical terminology preferred
• Computer data entry experience is required
• Excellent attendance record
• Customer service experience preferred
• Able and authorized to work in the United States
• If you are under 18, you have secured the Hawaii state work permit
• Reliable, dependable, and flexible to work at our various locations at different times with very little notice
• For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background check, health clearance, and hospital compliance training
• Successfully pass Company pre-employment drug test and periodic and random thereafter

We'll give you:

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• A sense of belonging - we're a community!

We also want you to know:

This role will provide routine access to protected health information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards, maintain strict confidentiality, and abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. They are expected only to access PHI when required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20

Work Shift:

Job Category:
Laboratory Operations

Company:
Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP

In 2008, Clinical Labs of Hawaii became a member of Sonic Healthcare Ltd. Sonic is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Since its establishment in 1987, Sonic Healthcare has grown to become the world's third largest pathology/laboratory medicine company with operations in eight countries. Sonic's success stems from the belief that a global culture of Medical Leadership leads to the delivery of outstanding medical services.

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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