Laboratory Assistant

Job Details

Job Ref:R0090672 Category:Clinical Lab Employment Type:Part-Time Health Care Partner:Porter Medical Center Location: 115 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753 Department:Porter - Laboratory Support Services Job Type:Regular Primary Shift:Day Hours:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hours per Week: 20 Weekend Needs:As Scheduled Pay Rate: $21.03 - $31.25 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory:

1) Lab Customer Service

2) Phlebotomist

3) Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.

4) Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs

• Provides exceptional customer service to all stakeholders in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Laboratory and UVMH
• Obtains specimens for testing according to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
• Performs administrative duties to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory
• Processes specimens prior to testing, ensuring quality and adhering to established policies and procedures
• Works collaboratively with coworkers, technologists and other staff within department and in other departments throughout the organization
• Uses a variety of communication skills to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory
• Participates in continuing education and departmental development functions to support professional growth and departmental initiatives

EDUCATION:

Able to read, write and speak the English language

High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended

Phlebotomy experience is a plus

Computer entry or word processing skills required

Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable

Good interpersonal communication skills required

Approximately six months to a year is required to learn the job for satisfactory performance. The Laboratory Director will evaluate this.