Clinical Lab Assistant

Davita Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern is seeking a laboratory technician to help handle and process specimens within a renowned medical center. The role demands strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain confidentiality and efficiency in specimen management. Join a reputable team with access to robust benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

PPO medical plan available day one

Paid Time Off available day one

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years of related laboratory experience preferred.
• Some college education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle and process specimens according to departmental protocols.
• Maintain accurate specimen storage systems and monitor patient confidentiality.
• Answer telephone inquiries and provide test result information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some College

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage


• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay


• Paid Time Off, available day one


• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)


• Paid Parental Leave Benefit


• Wellness programs


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer


• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
  

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience

2 years of related laboratory experience

Related college laboratory classes may be accepted in lieu of experience.

Preferred

• Education

Some College

JOB DUTIES

• Handle and process specimens according to departmental protocols.


• Peform the following duties: specimen management (receive specimens from phlebotomists and nursing floors); specimen accession into LIS; prepare specimens for testing; basic technical tasks (placing samples in automated analyzer, streak culture plates, etc.); submit specimens to testing department; store and manage specimens according to retention protocols.


• Maintain accurate and easy-to-use specimen storage systems. Monitor and maintain accurate patient identification and confidentiality for all samples in accordance with departmental protocol.


• Ensure specimens sent to reference laboratories are submitted to referral department in a timely manner.


• Answer telephone inquiries and provide verified test result information per the LIS system.


• Establish priorities and organize activities to achieve optimum and efficient results. Complete assigned functions in appropriate time intervals.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.


EEO Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!