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Job Details
- Job Ref:
- R0065356
- Category:
- Clinical Lab Technician
- Employment Type:
- Part Time
- Location:
- 115 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT
- Department:
- Porter - Laboratory Support Services
- Job Type:
- Regular
- Primary Shift:
- Day/Eve
- Hours:
- 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Hours per Week:
- 20
- Weekend Needs:
- None
- Pay Rate:
- $16.03 - $24.04 per hour
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
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.
SHIFT NOTE:4 evening shifts per week. Shifts are 5 hours long on weekdays from 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm and on weekends shifts are 7 hours long from 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Employment Bonus Available!An employment bonus of $1,500 (subject to applicable taxes) is available for this position! The bonus is paid in two increments: one half after 90 days and one half after one year. Please note that current University of Vermont Health Network employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus. Bonus recipients must commit to continuous full-time or part-time employment in an eligible position for one year with UVMHN: Porter Medical Center.
Salary : $16 - $24
