Lab Assistant

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
• 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.