Histology Lab Tech Assistant - PRN

Bon Secours; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Histology Lab Tech Assistant to join their team. This PRN role offers the chance to work in a dynamic lab environment, preparing specimens for analysis and supporting technologists in their daily tasks. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring accurate lab results while providing exceptional customer service. With flexible scheduling and a commitment to compassionate care, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory testing and specimen processing.
• Ability to perform quality control procedures and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for analysis and verify specimen acceptability.
• Perform testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Specimen processing

Quality control procedures

Customer service

Education

High School Degree or GED

Associates in Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Hospital Information System

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

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With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, our teams embrace the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values and use your skills to help extend care to all communities.

Job Description

This is a PRN position located at St Mary's Histology Lab.

Hours: 0430-1300

Shifts: 2-3 per week, Monday-Friday, no weekends

Primary Function: The Lab Tech Assistant prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
• Performs and reports testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols; evaluates specimen acceptability and implements corrective action within scope of training.
• Provides support functions to technologists including loading and maintaining instruments, making up reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing blood products, and maintaining and checking equipment.
• Recognizes instrument and equipment malfunctions and informs appropriate personnel of issues and resolutions.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within training scope, including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Registers, enters insurance information, accession, triages, and processes specimens for testing and transit, following guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Uses computer programs to track specimens and minimize losses.
• Provides laboratory customer service, including requests for add-ons, specimen collection info, phlebotomy requests, and result inquiries.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies.
• When in Microbiology, sets up microbiology cultures and performs gram stains, including MST as needed.

This document is not exhaustive; employees may be asked to perform other duties as required by their supervisor, with reasonable accommodations.

Licensing/Certification & Education:

• High School Degree or GED (required)
• Associates in Biology or Chemistry (preferred)

Work Experience: Laboratory experience (preferred)

Many opportunities reward your hard work with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance with AD&D, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. For accommodations or more info, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care