Laboratory Technician Senior (Part-Time) #W0016: River North Correctional Center
About The Position
This part-time wage position provides laboratory support in the Medical Department at River North Correctional Center. The role performs laboratory tests, including blood counts, sodium and potassium analysis, serum chemistries, urinalysis, and other procedures. It performs control-value testing on equipment, updates charts and records, schedules appointments, maintains documentation in logs and files, orients medical staff and inmates, and maintains appropriate laboratory supplies. The position also assists others in the Medical Unit as needed. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the Department’s clinical and administrative needs. This wage position is limited to no more than 1,500 hours per agency during the 12-month period from May 1 through April 30, regardless of hire date, and to an average of no more than 29 hours per week over that period. The wage employment period resets on May 1. The position offers no state benefits.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Phlebotomy skills, including venipuncture.
- Knowledge of microbiology and laboratory science.
- Ability to operate and maintain various point-of-care equipment.
- Working knowledge of record-keeping principles, practices, and techniques.
- Skill in recording and reporting test results.
- Demonstrated ability to operate standard laboratory equipment.
- Proficiency using computers and related hardware, applications, and software, including the Internet, Microsoft Office or similar productivity software, and automated databases.
- Ability to accurately assess situations, work independently, and prioritize assignments.
- Ability to follow established laboratory procedures and manage and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a corrections or law enforcement environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests, including blood counts, sodium and potassium analysis, serum chemistries, urinalysis, and other procedures.
- Perform control-value testing on equipment.
- Update charts and records, schedule appointments, and maintain documentation in appropriate logs and files.
- Provide orientation to medical staff and inmates.
- Maintain adequate and appropriate laboratory supplies.
- Assist others in the Medical Unit as needed.
- Perform other duties or work at other locations as needed to meet clinical and administrative requirements.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
