Lab Assistant

Recruiter: Cindy Reichard

Shift note: This is for the night shift with primary hours of 7:00PM - 7:30AM Thursday, Friday and Saturday's nights. It is a 36 hour per week position.

This position is eligible for the following differentials

Evening: $3/hour, Night: $5/hour, Weekend Eve: $5.00. Weekend Night: $7.00

Please note this position is eligible for full benefits, including but not limited to: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, 403(b) plan with employer contribution, and time-off plans.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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

• Lab Customer Service
• Phlebotomist
• Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.
• Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs

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• Provides Exceptional Customer Service to all stakeholders in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Laboratory and UVMHN
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• Obtains specimens for testing according to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
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• Performs administrative duties to meet the needs of the Laboratory Department and the customers served by the laboratory
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• Processes specimens prior to testing, ensuring quality and adhering to established policies and procedures
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• Works collaboratively with coworkers, Technologists and other staff within department and in other departments throughout the Organization
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• Uses a variety of communication skills to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory
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• 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
• Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable
• Computer entry or word processing skills required
• 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.
• This is a bargaining union position.