Laboratory Support Technician Job, 1st & 2nd Shift Per Diem, Lab Department

Day Kimball Healthcare; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

401K Plan with Eligible Employer Con­‑

Pet Insurance

Clinical Ladder Program

Shift Differential

Pay for Performance

Job summary

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician for 1st and 2nd shifts on a per diem basis. You will be a vital member of the lab team, handling specimen processing, data entry, and coordination with reference laboratories to ensure accurate and timely testing.

The role requires a high school diploma and familiarity with lab information systems, strong communication, and knowledge of safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current knowledge of Medical Technology/MLT background preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a hospital lab preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems, order entry, inquiry and specimen tracking.
• Excellent communication skills including telephone, written correspondence and speaking.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations related to hazardous chemicals in histology laboratory.
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens from couriers and verifies that specimens match requisition request.
• Processes specimens including centrifugation, pour-off and aliquoting and maintaining specimen integrity and identity.
• Reconciles every “left-over” specimen with every “left-over” requisition to avoid missing physician requests.
• Sorts and triages specimens to appropriate workstation.
• Answers phone and communicates pertinent information to medical staff, physician office staff and phlebotomists throughout the DKH network so patients are not redrawn for blood work.
• Responsible for problem resolution with reference laboratories to prevent patient redraws and increase customer satisfaction with laboratory service.

Skills

Laboratory information systems

Excellent communication skills

Familiarity with OSHA regulations

Anatomy and medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: Laboratory Support Technician Job, 1st & 2nd Shift Per Diem, Lab Department

Location: Putnam area, CT

Job Id: 19225107272026

# of Openings: 1

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Laboratory Support Technician for Lab Department as a 1st & 2nd Shift Per Diem job in Putnam, CT.

Laboratory Support Technician Benefits Summary:

• Sick Time
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Shift Differential
• Pay for Performance

Laboratory Support Technician Summary:

As the Laboratory Support Technician, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for…

Performs a variety of procedures with the receiving and/or processing of laboratory requisitions and specimens. Enters reference laboratory reports and technical data into the laboratory computer. Is responsible for the cost-effective utilization of reference laboratories. Has total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity. Determines reference laboratory requirements when phlebotomist or customer specialist does not know how to input physician’s order into Misys Computer.

Laboratory Support Technician Job Responsibilities:

• Receives specimens from couriers and verifies that specimens match requisition request.
• Processes specimens including centrifugation, pour-off and aliquoting and maintaining specimen integrity and identity.
• Reconciles every “left-over” specimen with every “left-over” requisition in order not to miss physician request for patient testing.
• Sorts and triages specimens to appropriate workstation.
• Answers phone and communicates pertinent information to medical staff, physician office staff and phlebotomists throughout DKH network so that patients are not redrawn for blood work.
• Responsible for problem resolution with reference laboratories to prevent patient redraws and increase customer satisfaction with laboratory service. Is responsible for contacting reference lab and determining what clerk and phlebotomist need to do to complete physician order.

Laboratory Support Technician Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current knowledge of Medical Technology/MLT background preferred
• 5 years of experience in a hospital lab preferred.

Laboratory Support Technician Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with laboratory information systems, including but not limited to, order entry, inquiry and specimen tracking.
• Excellent communication skills including telephone, written correspondence and speaking
• Knowledge of OSHA and those regulations relating to the use of hazardous chemicals in the histology laboratory
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

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