Laboratory Technical Assistant

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a Laboratory Technical Assistant to obtain specimens via venipuncture, finger sticks and swabs, and assist in processing tests with documentation of results. The role also involves performing x-rays and maintaining laboratory records.

Applicants should have an associate degree and 2 years of phlebotomy and specimen processing experience. Training in imaging and access to standard lab software are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 2 years experience with phlebotomy and lab specimen processing.
• Proficient in standard laboratory equipment and testing procedures to perform waived and moderate complexity testing.
• X-ray training preferred or willingness to be trained within first 30–60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to University and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs waived and moderate complexity laboratory analysis on selected samples for patients and assists in quality control checks.
• Performs x-rays on patients and trains additional personnel on imaging techniques.
• Maintains records of all laboratory work and supplies, and assists in ordering lab and x-ray supplies.
• Practices universal precautions of health care and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab instrumentation

Pipetting

X-ray imaging

EHR software

PyraMed

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Laboratory Technical Assistant.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division Moffitt Health Center

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade N05

Posting Close Date Five Days After Posted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

Obtainsspecimens for laboratory testing via venipuncture, finger sticks and swabs,assists in processing medical laboratory tests and documenting results.Processes x-rays.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to University anddepartment policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs waived andmoderate complexity laboratory analysis on selected samples for patientssuch as blood counts, mono test, strep test, pregnancy test, chlamydia,sickle cell, various chemistry tests, urinalysis, wet prep, KOH, etc. Assists in performing quality controlchecks on all testing kits and instruments. Assists in proficiency testingon known samples of CLIA rules.
• Performs x-rays onpatients and trains additional personnel on imaging techniques
• Assists in maintainingall service on instruments. Assists in keeping records of all laboratory workdone, maintenance, and any specimens sent out of laboratory. Cross-trained in ordering of lab and x-raysupplies
• Practices universalprecautions of health care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associatesdegree and 2 years experience withphlebotomy and lab specimen processing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in standard laboratory equipment such aschemistry analyzers, centrifuge, hematology instruments and limitedmicroscopy necessary to perform waived and moderate complexity testing andphlebotomy skills.
• Excellent phlebotomy skills including appropriatetechnique, familiarity with proper collection devices for ordered labs andknowledge of appropriate storage needs for specimens.
• Proficient in pipetting.
• Knowledge of proper digital Xray techniques andpositioning to capture views as ordered by providers.
• Utilizes personal and network computers, imagingmachine, photocopy machine, scanner, fax machine and calculator.
• Proficient in the following software: MicrosoftWord, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Electronic Health Record Software(experience with PyraMed electronic health record softwarepreferred).

Preferred Qualifications

X-raytraining preferred (or willingness to be trained within first 30-60 days ofemployment).
Previous healthcare laboratory experience preferred

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

TheUniversity of Southern Mississippi is committed to the safety andsecurity of the USM community. The annual federal required compliancedocument which contains policy statements and crime statistics for theUniversity is available on the UPD website at http://www.usm.edu/police/ .You may also request a copy by contacting the University PoliceDepartment at Bond Hall, 1st Floor West, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 [phone]. The policy statements address the University's policies,procedures and programs concerning safety and security, for example,policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.Three years' of statistics are included for certain types of crimes thatwere reported to have occurred on campus, in or on off-campus buildingsor property owned or controlled by the University and on publicproperty within or immediately adjacent to the campus.