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Laboratory Assistant

Part-time

University of Vermont Health

Middlebury, VTPart-time$21.03–31.25/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$21.03–31.25/hr
Location
Middlebury, VT
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Laboratory Assistant at University of Vermont Health provides customer service, performs phlebotomy, enters lab orders, processes specimens, and ships samples while collaborating with staff and supporting professional growth.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServicePhlebotomyLab Order EntrySpecimen ProcessingShipmentCommunication SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationComputer EntryWord ProcessingMedical Terminology

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentEnglish Language ProficiencyPhlebotomy Certification Highly Recommended

Full job description

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.

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