Laboratory Assistant II

Main Line Health • Paoli, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant II is a phlebotomy and specimen-processing role at Paoli Hospital. Under the general supervision of the laboratory supervisor, the position processes and handles specimens for testing in multiple Clinical and Anatomic areas of the laboratory. The employee may be required to obtain blood specimens from patients of all ages using venipuncture and micro-collection techniques for laboratory analysis.

This is a day-shift position scheduled for 40 hours per week. Hours are Monday through Friday between 6:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., with every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday from either 7:00 a.m. to noon or 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of laboratory experience.
• At least 1 year of experience with infant collections.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, and clerical skills.
• Maintain certification in the Packaging and Shipping of Hazardous Goods.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in two different areas of the laboratory is strongly preferred.
• Certification as a medical assistant or in a related field is preferred.
• Medical assistant certification is preferred if the employee is a medical assistant.

Responsibilities

• Process and handle specimens for testing in multiple Clinical and Anatomic areas of the laboratory.
• Obtain blood specimens from patients of all ages using venipuncture and micro-collection techniques, as required.
• Receive, process, and communicate critical information to members of the healthcare team.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per year, based on full-time or part-time status.
• Up to 120 hours of paid time off per year, based on full-time or part-time status.
• Employee discounts on activities, services, and vendors.
• Free employee parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED