Histology Laboratory Assistant II, 1st Shift

Overview

Job Title: Lab Asst II  Histology  Cytology Area

 

We are Hiring at Jewish Hospital

Location: 200 Abraham Flexner Way  Louisville KY 40202

Shift Options: 1st Shift  Monday-Friday  Full Time

 

The Lab Assistant II position serves to support the Medical Technologist/Technician in duties that can be performed by non-certified staff to produce quality patient results. The assistant ensures the patient specimen is ready for testing and prepares all needed supplies, allowing the technologist/technician to utilize their highly specialized skill on the testing and review of results

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a Medical Technologist, the lab assistant provides lab support and:• Properly prepares and identifies samples for laboratory testing• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting• Documents maintenance performance of instruments/equipment• Performs and records Quality Control for testing performed in the area• Controls inventory ordering and supplies to maintain adequate stock• Accurately reports patient results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)• Performs clerical duties needed for the department (includes accessing information in the EHR, filing reports/slides/specimens, answering phones, tracking specimens)• Retrieves and transports specimens to appropriate locations• Performs waived testing

• Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

Qualifications

Education:• High school diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)• Some college course work (preferred) Experience: • None (required)• One (1) year of laboratory experience (preferred)

 

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