About this role
Building Name: PMC - Porter Medical Center
Location Address: 115 Porter Drive, Middlebury Vermont
Regular
Department: Porter - Laboratory Support Services
Part Time
Standard Hours: 20
Biweekly Scheduled Hours:
Shift: Day
Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Weekend Needs: As Scheduled
Salary Range: Min $21.03 Mid $26.14 Max $31.25
Recruiter: Cindy Reichard
Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory:
1) Lab Customer Service 2) Phlebotomist 3) Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results. 4) Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs
• Provides exceptional customer service to all stakeholders in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Laboratory and UVMH • Obtains specimens for testing according to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements • Performs administrative duties to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory • Processes specimens prior to testing, ensuring quality and adhering to established policies and procedures • Works collaboratively with coworkers, technologists and other staff within department and in other departments throughout the organization • Uses a variety of communication skills to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory • Participates in continuing education and departmental development functions to support professional growth and departmental initiatives
EDUCATION: Able to read, write and speak the English language High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE: Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended Phlebotomy experience is a plus Computer entry or word processing skills required Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable Good interpersonal communication skills required Approximately six months to a year is required to learn the job for satisfactory performance. The Laboratory Director will evaluate this.
This is a bargaining union position.