Department Assistant - FT - Lab
Trinity HealthAbout the role
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Saint Mary's Hospital, Waterbury CT Please Attach ResumeYou would be responsible for providing clerical and telephone support to facilitate the efficient operation of the Laboratory Department. Must be able to handle difficult calls and provide information to physicians inquiring about their patients. Duties also include regulatory and compliance responsibilities, maintaining files, scheduling and registration of lab work, preparation of documents, attending lab meetings and preparing meeting minutes, ordering supplies, filing, copying, and any other clerical duties as assigned.
What You Will Do:
Provides clerical and telephone support
Acts as the liaison between the laboratory and the clients.
Fulfills all regulatory and compliance responsibilities, i.e., CAP, DPH & CLIA certifications and licensure records are up to date.
Maintains all employee files to comply with regulatory standards.
Performs clerical revisions and typing of current and new policy and procedure manuals.
Records and distributes all laboratory meeting minutes.
Manages laboratory supplies related to section (PeopleSoft and Staples).
Assists in registration of lab work as needed.
Faxes lab results to clients.
Organizes and files CAP PT surveys.
Assists in mail delivery and specimen transport.
Schedules Courier services to Outreach facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Hours:
40 hours, Day Shifts
Minimum Requirements:
Position requires educational level of High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in a health-related field, preferred.
Three (3) years of administrative/clerical experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Strong administrative and clerical skills including proficiency in computer skills including MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate with all levels of staff, outside providers and patients effectively and professionally. Excellent telephone demeanor.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Our Mission and Core Values
Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage—starting Day One!
Generous Shift Diffs
Award-winning Hospitals and Departments
Ministry Information:
Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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