Lab Tech Assistant - Core Laboratory - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Lab Tech Assistant to prepare specimens, register and accession orders in Hospital Information Systems, and perform pre-analytical and analytical tasks in accordance with policy.

You will support technologists, maintain equipment, handle specimen processing, monitor quality control, and ensure timely reporting while following safety protocols and PPE.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED is required.
• Associates degree in Biology or Chemistry is preferred.
• Laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing as defined by CLIA.
• Performs and reports testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols.
• Provides support functions to technologists including loading and maintaining instruments, preparing reagents, and maintaining supplies.
• Recognizes instrument malfunctions and informs supervisors of issues and resolutions.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within training scope.
• Registers and processes specimens, follows guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Uses computer programs to track specimen transport and minimize losses.
• Provides laboratory customer service for add-ons, information requests, and inquiries.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies.
• When in Microbiology, performs culture setup and gram stain preparation.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Verbal and Written Communication

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Time Management

Problem solving

Medical Terminology

Office Machine Operation

Education

High School Degree or GED

Associates, Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Hospital Information System

Job description

• Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Evenings/Nights
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Evenings/Nights
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

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 the loading and maintaining of instruments, making up of reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing of blood products, and maintenance and function checks.
• Recognizes instrument and equipment malfunctions and keeps appropriate person(s) informed of problems, issues, and resolutions as needed.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Competently registers, enters insurance information, accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Follows established guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting of samples.
• Uses computer programs to track specimen transport and minimizes lost specimens.
• Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies
• When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

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

Work Experience

Laboratory experience (preferred)

Skills

• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Monitoring
• Science
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Operation Monitoring
• Time Management
• Customer Service
• Problem solving
• Medical Terminology
• Office Machine Operation
• Phlebotomy Collection Software

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]