Lead laboratory assistant vs phlebotomy technician

Differences between lead laboratory assistant and phlebotomy technician duties and responsibilities

Lead laboratory assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage daily laboratory operations including personnel, client consulting, analyses and adherence to GLP protocols.
• Conduct a monthly inventory of the chemistry stock room supplies.
• Conduct ongoing training of all lab assistants to use equipment properly (Stainers, processors, centrifuges etc .).
• Prepare reagents for microbiology specimens.
• Verify patient information, collect specimens from patients, properly labele specimen vials and submit specimens for further processing or testing.
• Implement an in-house immunofluorescent and special chemistry department, including electrophoresis and fluorescent microscopy, resulting in lower overhead costs.

Phlebotomy technician example responsibilities.

• Communicate and collaborate with care team members to implement a plan of care for oncology and surgical patients.
• Comply with CLIA regulations for CLIA Waivedtesting.
• Transport patients/clients using wheelchair or stretchers and assist patients with walking and exercise.
• Operate electrocardiogram (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
• Assist patients with ADL's, implementation of therapy according to plan of treatment.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living (ADL).
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