Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1

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 The University of Miami/UHealth Department OBGYN has an exciting opportunity for a Full-time Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1 to work in Doral, FL. The Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1 performs a variety of routine duties in assisting technical and professional personnel in clinical and research laboratories. An employee in this position provides broad support for the laboratory operations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identifies, handles, and accessions patient samples requiring laboratory testing.

• Transports specimens and communicates test results timely and accurately.

• Maintains required laboratory files and logs system in a neat and accurate manner.

• Performs specimen processing, such as centrifugation, aliquoting, and volume measurement.

• Maintains adequate inventory level as per protocol.

• Participates in the performance improvement processes for the department.

• Maintains assigned work area in a clean and orderly condition.

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Prepare, complete, and document patient charts.

• Manage inventory, stocking, and ordering of supplies.

• Communicate with patients and assist with scheduling.

• Prepare exam rooms as needed.

• Assist with patient and specimen check-in and check-out.

• Support the maintenance of laboratory materials and equipment.

• Participate in data entry for laboratory records.

• Collaborate with the team on various laboratory tasks.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• No previous experience required

• Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. • Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff