Lab Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician
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.
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
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.
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