Laboratory Assistant

University of Vermont Medical Center; Middlebury, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center, Porter Medical Center in Middlebury, Vermont, is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant (20 hours per week). The role includes lab customer service, phlebotomy, order entry, and specimen processing and shipment to reference labs.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, English proficiency, and preferred phlebotomy certification or experience. The position emphasizes teamwork, accurate data handling, and ongoing departmental development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; able to read, write, and speak English.
• Phlebotomy certification highly recommended; some experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide lab customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection per policy.
• Handle lab orders entry including patient information and test results.
• Process specimens and prepare shipments to reference labs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Lab order entry

Specimen processing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer entry

Word processing

Job description

## Laboratory AssistantApply: Middlebury, Vermont: Part time: Posted Yesterday: R0090672Building Name: PMC - Porter Medical CenterLocation Address: 115 Porter Drive, Middlebury VermontRegularDepartment: Porter - Laboratory Support ServicesPart TimeStandard Hours: 20Biweekly Scheduled Hours:Shift: DayPrimary Shift: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMWeekend Needs: As ScheduledSalary Range: Min $21.03 Mid $26.14 Max $31.25Recruiter: Cindy Reichard**Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.** **JOB DESCRIPTION**:The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory: 1) Lab Customer Service2) Phlebotomist3) Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.4) 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 UVMH* 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 languageHigh School Diploma or equivalent **EXPERIENCE:**Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommendedPhlebotomy experience is a plusComputer entry or word processing skills requiredWorking knowledge of medical terminology desirableGood interpersonal communication skills requiredApproximately 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.