Laboratory Assistant - Specimen Receiving- Laboratory, per diem

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Per Diem Laboratory Assistant in Keene, NH to assist with specimen processing, phlebotomy, and customer service. You will maintain accurate demographic data, requisitions, labels, and reports while following safety guidelines and departmental procedures.

Responsibilities include receiving specimens from inpatients and outpatients, evaluating specimen adequacy, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting a high-volume, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential material with maturity and discretion.
• Advanced computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Specimen Processing, phlebotomy, and handling of specimens.
• Provide customer service and communicate with patients and staff.
• Maintain familiarity with computer procedures for data entry and reports.
• Read and follow departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

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 - Varied. Saturday rotation 8a-1p;
• Employment Type: Per Diem;
• Job ID: 17228

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.

Dartmouth Health is an Aff? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.