Database Administrator I

Wright-Patt Credit Union Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading medical laboratory is seeking a part-time lab assistant in Philadelphia. This role involves supporting various laboratory departments through tasks such as specimen collection and processing, with flexibility in hours including weekends and holidays. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and possess at least a high school diploma.

Benefits

Flexible work-life balance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Referral program

401(k) matching

Pension Plan

Paid time off/Paid sick time

Flexible spending account

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of SOPs and adheres to them.
• Collects drug screen specimens and performs breath alcohol testing.
• Processes specimens/slides according to the Laboratory Handbook.

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Job description

Part-time, 20 hours per week, day shift, 11:00AM - 7:30PM, Variable days Monday-Friday with weekend and holiday rotation

About HNL Lab Medicine:

Headquartered in Allentown, Pa operating for over 20 years, HNL Lab Medicine is a leading multi-regional, full-service medical laboratory providing testing and related services to physician offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, employers, and industrial accounts.

Our patients are more than just test tubes. We understand the impact each test we analyze has on our patients' lives and we never take that responsibility lightly. We operate more than 50 patient service centers in Pennsylvania and work with more than 10 hospital systems.

SUMMARY:

Supports various laboratory departments and clients by performing tasks, determined by specific site location, such as order entry, specimen collections, processing equipment and reagent preparation checks, specimen transport distribution, supply inventory and waived testing under general supervision and other non-technical support. Clarifies pre-analytical test requirements and provides assistance to customers as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

1. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of, adheres to, and accurately completes work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
2. Orders, receives and triages incoming specimens and evaluates specimen integrity.
3. Collects drug screen specimens, performs breath alcohol testing and performs randomization for DOT clients as required; reports results of waived testing performed.
4. Processes specimens/slides according to the Laboratory Handbook and SOP’s; Ensures accurate delivery of specimens/slides to appropriate departments.
5. Issues/irradiates blood/blood products.
6. Performs clerical functions and support to include filing and record maintenance (both hardcopy and through computer programs) including entry of patient demographics and insurance information.
7. Contacts clients and patients to obtain missing information as needed.
8. Provides on-call and mobile services as required; may travel to multiple locations as assigned.
9. Maintains adequate supply inventories and notifies supervisor/manager of any issues in a timely manner.
10. Assists in the training/orientation of new staff members and participates in the CSI and continuing education programs.
11. Performs laboratory information systems functions for test receipt, requisition and labeling; may perform and record required checks of laboratory equipment and test systems and notifies supervisor/manager of any issues.
12. Participates in Health Fair events and performs finger punctures.
13. Cleans laboratory equipment, glassware and work surfaces as well as prepares laboratory reagents and other testing supplies with accuracy and with documentation of performed QC checks. Problems are reported to the appropriate supervisor/manager in a timely manner.

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

What We Offer – Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work-life balance
• Dental Insurance
• Vison Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k) matching
• Pension Plan
• Paid time off/Paid sick time
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition assistance

Required Experience

Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

What We Offer – Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work-life balance
• Dental Insurance
• Vison Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k) matching
• Pension Plan
• Paid time off/Paid sick time
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition assistance