Lab Tech I

The University of Toledo•Toledo, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Tech I is responsible for greeting patients and performing phlebotomy for laboratory testing. This role includes registration and login functions, processing and aliquoting specimens under the guidance of a supervisor or tech, and assisting in preparing specimens for send-out. The Lab Tech I performs phlebotomy on both inpatients and outpatients, handles phone calls, takes messages, transfers calls, registers and logs in specimens from other facilities, and sorts and distributes specimens to the appropriate clinical departments.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED or equivalent
Documentation of at least one of the following: Medical Assisting Diploma, Degree, or Current CMA/RMA certification; Phlebotomy Technician Certificate (must have completed a phlebotomy internship); PBT (ASCP) Certification (must have completed a phlebotomy internship); Veterinary Technician Certification; Emergency Medical Technician; One-year full time experience in phlebotomy.
Must have and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and be insurable under The University of Toledo driver and insurance policy.
Employees hired after 02/01/2022 must have and maintain a clean FBI/BCI Check; required by end of probationary period and every year thereafter.
Effective communication skills.
Physical requirements: visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable; ability to hear (with or without aides); ability to orally communicate; good manual dexterity; ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally; ability to stand, walk frequently; ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently; ability to perform CPR (if a required for position); must be able to drive a motor vehicle 24/7 including inclement weather.