Laboratory Assistant – Canton – Potsdam Hospital Position Available In Monmouth, New Jersey

Job Title:

Laboratory Assistant Department:

CPH Lab Location:

Canton –

Potsdam Hospital Hours Per Week:

37.5 weekly scheduled hours

Schedule:

7.5 hour day/ evening variable shift, rotating weekends

SUMMARY:

The primary role of a Laboratory Assistant is to receive and track patient samples into the laboratory information system, maintaining specimen integrity for all laboratory testing in the support of the operation of the laboratory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Notifies departments of problem resolutions pertaining to specimen discrepancies. Understands and follows departmental policies and safety procedures to reduce risk of blood and body fluid exposure. Retrieves samples from Specimen Processing and delivers to the appropriate testing department. Maintains inventory, receives and stocks ordered items, checks expiration dates, logs in media and reagents. Answers phone calls, making leadership aware of any issues that may arise. Performs daily sample pending review, monitors batch testing pending, and locating missing samples in support of testing operation. Performs daily support system checks for functionality and verification that they are in proper working order. i.e. water system, deionized water system. Elevate to leadership when systems deviate from expected tolerances. Provides proficiency testing support by receiving surveys, ordering in LIS, assigning to MTs and filing paperwork. Performs quality control verification of pipettes, timers, balances and other laboratory equipment. Refers unresolved problems to MT or supervisor for assistance. Sorts and loads samples onto lab automation systems Continuously assesses work processes and makes suggestion to supervisor for improved work methods and ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and solve operational problems. Monitors departmental reagent inventories and notifies appropriate person when supplies reach reorder level. Works with supervisor and other laboratory staff to plan for, and accomplish, departmental and organizational goals and objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree in medical field Minimum of 2 years laboratory experience To receive and track patient samples into the laboratory information system Maintaining specimen integrity for all laboratory testing

EDUCATION

LICENSES /

CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M – Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$17.23 – $21.56

CITY:

Potsdam

POSTAL CODE

13676 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.