Laboratory Aide

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant III for its Greater Manchester region in Connecticut. You will perform applied techniques in chemistry, serology and microbiology, handling specimens, recording results, and supporting training and quality assurance activities.

The role requires weekend/holiday coverage and travel between sites as needed, with access to reliable transportation. A strong focus on lab automation and information systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological science or 60 sem hrs including chemistry/biology is preferred.
• Education transcript must be provided prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Performs applied techniques for chemical, immunologic and microbiological tests.
• Maintains instrument operation, trouble-shoots when necessary and follows QC procedures.
• Records results, ensures turnaround times and communicates results to providers.
• Assists in training staff and participates in quality assurance activities.
• Maintains inventory and coordinates supply orders.

Skills

Lab automation

Laboratory information systems

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree or 60 sem hrs in science incl. chemistry/biology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Location Detail

71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Detail

Primarily 1st shift but it is shift variable for coverage or as needed. Rotating weekends/holidays

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

Position Summary

Performs applied techniques for various chemical, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Works with a focus in specialty areas of the Laboratory, such as Chemistry, Serology and/or limited Microbiology. Receives and/or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis. Records laboratory test results. Assists in training activities and special projects.

Competencies

• Must be knowledgeable in laboratory automation and information systems.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
• Requires weekends and holidays

Laboratory Assistant III performs all of the responsibilities of a Laboratory Assistant II and these added responsibilities listed below:

• Demonstrates efficient operation and knowledge of basic instrument theory of operation and function of components.
• Troubleshoots instruments, when necessary, in accordance with instrument specific manuals. Takes responsibility for maintenance and troubleshooting functions and performs full assessment of problems as they arise.
• Adheres to turn-around-time standards for the Laboratory.
• Assumes responsibility for instrument.
• Performs section back‑up procedures in accordance with the specific instrument.
• Follows department policy and procedures for Quality Control and takes action as necessary when outliers exist. Assists with monitoring of Quality Control.
• Exhibits technical expertise by assessing results and determining if they are accurate with no technical data amends that would affect patient care. Uses critical thinking skills when assessing patient results and makes good sound judgment before releasing results.
• Makes calls promptly and documents calls to ensure test results are communicated to the appropriate health care provider.
• Takes inventory and places request for supplies to be ordered.
• Performs temperature and reviews records as needed.
• Processes specimens efficiently to generate test results within the established TAT.
• Assists in coordination of training employees in their section of expertise.
• Assists and supports goal of working towards full compliance with accreditation standards.
• Assists with Quality Assurance activities.
• Maintains inventory by monitoring, requesting, receiving, and restocking work area of supplies.
• Assists in special projects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological science or 60 semester hours of education including 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination preferred.
• Must provide education transcript prior to start of employment.

Experience

• At least one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.