Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1

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The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Assistant 1 in the Blood Bank.

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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Previous medical/lab or production experience is preferred.

• Comfortability with handling biological specimens

• Ability to accurately identify specimens.

• Ability to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.

• Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills

• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turn-around times.

• Strong communication skills: both written and verbal.

• 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 and overtime, as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

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

Department Specific Functions

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens as received using Laboratory Information System (Sunquest).

• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.

• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information

• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance.

• Troubleshoot any specimen related issues.

• Replenish test bench supplies as needed.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Responsible for performing reagent and consumable inventory as directed.

• Respond to telephone result inquires.

• can be asked to work under sterile hood to prepare media tubes for sample collection.

• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested by supervisor.

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

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.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H4