Lab Assistant Per Diem

About the role

This is a per diem role with varied hours/shifts and no benefits.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and speak the English language
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Computer entry or 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. The Laboratory Director will evaluate this.

Skills

• Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended
• Phlebotomy Experience is a plus