Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0090671

Category:

Clinical Lab

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Health Care Partner:

Porter Medical Center

Location:

115 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753

Department:

Porter - Laboratory Support Services

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Night

Hours:

7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Hours per Week:

36

Weekend Needs:

As Scheduled

Pay Rate:

$21.03 - $31.25 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

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:

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 UVMHN

• 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

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.