Technical Assistant
About The Position
The Technical Assistant performs various tasks in assigned laboratory departments, which may include phlebotomy, specimen handling, processing and preparation, instrument loading, quality control, and supply management. Activities are limited to the associate’s scope of training and are performed under the guidance of technical staff. The position is located at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville, Ohio, and is offered part-time or full-time on the night shift, with schedules of 11:00 PM–7:30 AM or 10:00 PM–6:30 AM. Night and weekend shifts receive a 15% shift differential.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure or in stressful circumstances.
- Ability to understand verbal and written directions, stay focused on a task, and work within specified deadlines and timetables.
- Hand-finger dexterity to collect and process specimens.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods when required.
- Ability to anticipate safety hazards, respond to unsafe situations, and promote safety awareness.
- Adhere to company safety, ergonomic, and health policies; follow PPE requirements in laboratory or other biohazard areas; and complete required training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Natural Science or Allied Health, or current enrollment in a Medical Laboratory Science program.
- Laboratory experience.
- Medical terminology and keyboarding skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and setup of laboratory instrumentation.
- Prepare and load quality control materials.
- Evaluate specimens for acceptability and load specimens onto laboratory instruments.
- Recognize instrument and equipment malfunctions.
- Assist in reviewing pending logs and follow up to ensure testing is completed in a timely manner.
- Track inventory, order supplies, and stock supplies as needed for daily department operations.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly temperature, eyewash, and safety shower checks.
- Keep appropriate people informed of problems and issues.
- Handle problems appropriately and exercise good judgment.
- Handle customer questions and concerns courteously and efficiently, following department policies and procedures.
- Comply with company, department, and regulatory policies and procedures, including compliance and safety protocols.
- Perform other tasks and assignments as requested.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- 403b match
- Paid holidays
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Personal time
- 15% shift differential for night and weekend shifts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
