Laboratory Assistant - Evening

UVM Home Health, Inc.; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a part-time evening position. The role emphasizes exceptional customer service, phlebotomy skills, and teamwork within the lab. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment, a sign-on bonus, and benefits aligned with their commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $3000

Evening and weekend differentials

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification recommended but not required.
• Experience in phlebotomy is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to all stakeholders.
• Obtain specimens for testing according to policies.
• Process specimens to ensure quality prior to testing.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Porter Medical Center we are improving the health of our community, one patient at a time.

Please note this is a 36 hours per week position on the evening shift (primary shift time is 2PM-9PM) with rotating weekends.

This position is eligible for the following differentials:

Evening $2.50/hour and weekend evening $3/hour

Sign on bonus!

Eligible candidates will receive a sign on bonus of $3,000 for a one-year commitment. Current UVMHN employees are not eligible. Certain terms and conditions apply.

Job Description:

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

1) Lab Customer Service

2) Phlebotomist

3) 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 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. Computer entry and word processing skills required. Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable. Good interpersonal communication skills required. Approximately six months to a year is required to learn the job for satisfactory performance.

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