Lab Assistant - PD

University of Vermont Health Network•Middlebury, VT

1d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory: 1) Lab Customer Service 2) Phlebotomist 3) Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results. 4) Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs. 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. This is a bargaining union position. University of Vermont Health - Porter Medical Center is located in the heart of beautiful Middlebury, Vermont. We are comprised of a 25-bed acute care facility, a 98-bed skilled nursing facility which includes a memory care unit, short-term rehabilitation unit and a long-term care unit, and a network of primary care and specialty medical practices throughout Addison County and the town of Brandon.

Requirements

Able to read, write and speak the English language
High School Diploma or equivalent
Phlebotomy Experience is a plus
Computer entry or word processing skills required
Good interpersonal communication skills required
Approximately six months to a year is required to learn the job for satisfactory performance.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended
Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable

Responsibilities

Lab Customer Service
Phlebotomist
Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results
Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs
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