Lab Assistant
University of Vermont Health Network
- Location
- Onsite (Middlebury, Vermont)
- Compensation
- $21 - $31/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
The Laboratory Assistant performs essential lab functions including customer service, phlebotomy, order entry, and specimen processing at Porter Medical Center. This role supports the laboratory's mission by ensuring quality and adherence to regulatory requirements through collaborative work with technologists and staff.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 403(b) plan
- Time-off plans
Full job details
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.
This is a bargaining union position.