Medical Lab Assistant PRN

UMC Health System

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. Job Summary The Medical Lab Assistant I will function to provide administrative and technical support to phlebotomist, lab technicians, and management staff in the lab. Reports to Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Job Specific Responsibilities Daily assignments may include but are not limited to: • Function as an assistant to laboratory staff in action(s) assigned • Handle specimens that include blood, urine, bodily fluids, tissues, stool, and other material for biological and chemical analysis • Perform minor CLIA waived laboratory testing that does not require licensure or certification (ie.,pregnancy testing, MONO, and certain other rapid testing) • Follow up on orders from clinics and vendors • All other duties as assigned Education and Experience • High School Diploma or GED Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations • N/A Skills and Abilities • Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently. • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships This position has much interaction with nursing staff and most hospital departments Physical Capabilities The work for a Laboratory Assistant may demand continuous standing, walking, frequent stooping, sitting, reaching, bending and kneeling. The Laboratory Assistant may also be required to carry items up to 50 pounds. Near visual and color acuity is required. The hours of duty may be irregular to accommodate departmental requirements Environmental/Working Conditions This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures and minimal exposure to cleaning, staining, and testing chemicals UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. Benefits: Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
N/A
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

Responsibilities

Function as an assistant to laboratory staff in action(s) assigned
Handle specimens that include blood, urine, bodily fluids, tissues, stool, and other material for biological and chemical analysis
Perform minor CLIA waived laboratory testing that does not require licensure or certification (ie.,pregnancy testing, MONO, and certain other rapid testing)
Follow up on orders from clinics and vendors
All other duties as assigned