Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - Sample Management (Weekend Nights, Casual

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX seeks a Lab Assistant I or II for weekend nights in the Laboratory Services - Sample Management division. The role includes phlebotomy duties, specimen processing, and maintaining quality control, with the possibility of using a company vehicle after training.

Minimum qualifications include two years of related experience and a valid Texas driver's license; phlebotomy certification is preferred.

Formación

• Two (2) years related experience.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or experience preferred for Lab Assistant I.
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License required.
• Preferred: certified phlebotomist (ASCP, ACA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA).

Responsabilidades

• Performs phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing per assignment.
• Performs computer functions for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
• Determines acceptability of patient samples and maintains records of inventory and quality control.
• May cover weekend night shifts and use a company vehicle for specimen collection as trained.

Conocimientos

Phlebotomy

Sample processing

Independent work

Descripción del empleo

Lab Assistant I or II, Lab Services - Sample Management (Weekend Nights, Casual 19.99 hours)

Galveston, Texas, United States

New

Clinical Laboratory

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2606087

This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform sample processing within the division and may perform essential phlebotomy duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years related experience.

Required:

• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.

Preferred:

Certified Phlebotomist from the following certification agencies:

• American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP),
• American Certification Agency (ACA),
• American Medical Technologist (AMT),
• National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or
• National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Minimum Qualifications (Lab Assistant I)

• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or experience with Phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs the essential duties and competencies in all assignments necessary for phlebotomy or other clinical related duties.
• Performs computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
• Determines acceptability of patient samples.
• Prepares, stores, and transfers samples for testing.
• Performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Assists in maintaining records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.
• May be required to utilize company vehicle for business purposes (i.e., specimen collection or delivery), after completion of required safety training. This will be a required job duty for some locations.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for policies and procedures, as assigned.
• May provide training and assess competency for staff.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors and other divisions.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required

WORK SCHEDULE: Weekend night shifts, 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.; 19.99 hours per week. This position is not benefits eligible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation