Laboratory Assistant - Specimen Receiving

experiencedAlliedHealth; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Per Diem Lab Assistant to support specimen processing, customer service, and phlebotomy under the Laboratory Medical Director and Supervisors. The role involves handling a variety of specimens, maintaining accurate demographic data, and ensuring safety and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; one year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred but not required; ability to work independently, along with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of clinical laboratory experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to handle confidential material with maturity, sensitivity, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens (COVID swabs, blood, urine, etc.) from inpatients, outpatients, and outreach facilities.
• Provide data retrieval, labeling and reporting as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe and professional environment for patients and staff by following safety guidelines.
• Perform phlebotomy and assist with specimen processing as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director, Laboratory Administrative Director, and Supervisor of Specimen Procurement and Dispatch Services, primary duties include Specimen Processing, Customer Service, Phlebotomy.Maintain familiarity with computer procedures in order to perform various assigned functions related to demographic data, test requisitioning, labels, and reports. Retrieve and provide data as appropriate.Read, understand and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.Maintain a safe and professional environment for patients, clients, and employees by adhering to established safety guidelines, including the use of appropriate precautions, safety equipment, and practices.Receive and process specimens (COVID swabs, blood, urine, etc.) as appropriate from all Inpatient units and Outpatients, Outreach Clients, and other regional healthcare facilities.Evaluate all specimens for adequacy and accuracy. Make sure specimen type and labeling are appropriate.

High school graduate or GED.One year of clinical laboratory experience preferred but not required. Ability to work independently. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to handle confidential material with maturity, sensitivity, and discretion. Honest, dependable, and have precise attention to detail. Thorough, concise, accurate documentation. Team building skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high volume and stressful environment. Advanced competency with computers required.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health;
• Pay Range: $17 - $26.35;
• Work Status: Per Diem Lab Assistant to fill in on weekends/vacations/sick calls. ;
• Employment Type: Per Diem;
• Job ID: 17379

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

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