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Lab Assistant/CMA for Lab

George C. Grape Community Hospital is looking for a Lab Assistant/CMA to join our team! The Laboratory Assistant/CMA plays an important role in the lab. The lab at GCGCH is committed to providing excellent care to our patient, in a caring manner. We continuously strive to exceed patients' expectations by providing continuity of personalized care through easy access to services.

The schedule will be a full-time day shift 0600-14:30 Monday through Friday.

Job Duties:

 Performs all waived and moderately complex test procedures and quality control in all areas of the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of an MT/MLT.
• Performs patient, control, and proficiency testing in a timely, efficient and accurate manner in chemistry.
• Performs patient, control, and proficiency testing in a timely, efficient and accurate manner in Hematology.
• Performs patient, control, and proficiency testing in a timely, efficient and accurate manner in Coagulation.
• Performs patient, control, and proficiency testing in a timely, efficient and accurate manner in Urinalysis/Serology.
• Performs venous and capillary collection of blood samples.
• Performs therapeutic phlebotomy
• Refers all other testing to the appropriate reference testing facility.
• Perform Non-DOT drug collections.
• Upon Completion of laboratory competency have the ability to take after-Hour Call -with rotation on weekends as assigned.

 Maintains laboratory records accurately and neatly.
• Adheres to laboratory quality control policies and procedures.
• Maintains legible script to avoid reporting error.
• Maintains laboratory records for the required time period.
• Maintains computer records utilizing the HIS/LIS.

 Performs instrument maintenance and maintains the physical laboratory space in a clean orderly fashion.
• Performs appropriate instrument maintenance according to manufacturer or laboratory requirements.
• Cleans the laboratory as needed and keeps it clean and orderly.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation problems.

 Performs all aspects of position in a compliant manner, following all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Understands and adheres to related regulations and laws which govern the performance of the services being provided.
• Maintains current knowledge of laws, regulations, and current events that may impact work produced.
• Considers the impact of regulations in work that is produced and discusses concerns with department head.
• Reduces organizational liability by following and applying all compliance regulations consistently.

 Participates in activities related to continuous performance improvements.
• Understands and participates in all QI projects related to the laboratory.
• Reports safety issues to department head or Safety Officer.
• Maintains appropriate licenses and certifications.
• Attends all required educational opportunities.
• Obtains additional certification/ education as required.

 Actively seeks to maintain strategic goals and department specific benchmarks.
• Understands and participates in attaining department specific benchmarks and balanced scorecard measures.
• Maintain Laboratory Services in accordance to mission, vision, core values and competencies and works toward meeting strategic goals.

 Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
 High school diploma or equivalent
 Previous experience in a laboratory setting preferred
 Skills in a hospital setting preferred
 Skills in all areas of the Laboratory preferred
 Working knowledge of HIS/LIS system, Word, Excel
 Graduate of a medical assisting education program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
 Current CMA Certification through the Certifying Board of American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
 Minimum two (2) years of previous experience as CMA in medical office setting
 Current BLS certification required
 Basic computer skills

Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day

Contact Information
Human Resources - Attn: HR Director
2959 US Hwy 275
Hamburg, IA 51640
Email: HR@grapehospital.com
Phone: (712) 382-1515

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At George C. Grape Community Hospital, we understand that healthcare is evolving. Advancements in medicine and strides in technology are providing local communities access to better healthcare. It is our desire to provide the best care in our region. Our staff will be here to help you and your loved ones when the need arises. The comfort and care of our patients is our major goal.

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