Lab Assistant

University of Vermont Health Network; Town of Middlebury (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) plan with employer contribution

time-off plans

Job summary

Porter Medical Center, part of the University of Vermont Health Network, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the night shift to support the Laboratory Services team in Middlebury, Vermont. The role covers lab customer service, phlebotomy, order entry and specimen processing, with a 36-hour workweek and benefits eligibility.

Strong English communication, high school diploma, and preferred phlebotomy certification are required or encouraged.

Qualifications

• English reading/writing speaking required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Lab Customer Service
• Phlebotomist
• Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.
• Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs

Skills

Lab customer service

Phlebotomy

Lab data entry

Specimen processing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification recommended

Job description

Building Name: PMC - Porter Medical Center

Location Address: 115 Porter Drive, Middlebury Vermont

Regular

Department: Porter - Laboratory Support Services

Full Time

Standard Hours: 36

Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72

Shift: Night

Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Weekend Needs: As Scheduled

Salary Range: Min $21.03 Mid $26.14 Max $31.25

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
• time-off plans

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory:

• Lab Customer Service
• Phlebotomist
• Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.
• 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

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.

This is a bargaining union position.