Lab Assistant II-Microbiology 11a-1130p
Lab Assistant II-Microbiology 11a-1130p
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Job Title: Lab Asst II Microbiology
We are Hiring at University Hospital
Location: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville KY 40202
Shift Options: 11a1130p Full Time
Job Summary
The Lab Assistant II in Microbiology shall: have a sound knowledge of processing and planting all types of Microbiology and Serology/ Immunology specimens with attention to detail and accuracy; maintain testing equipment in Microbiology and perform basic troubleshooting and quality control under the supervision of a Technologist; enter results into the Laboratory Information System under the supervision of a Technologist; interact courteously and professionally with all customers; respect patients rights; actively support the policies of the Laboratory and hospital.
Responsibilities
- Performs specimen processing in the department both manually and with the automated Microbiology system.
- Accurately reports patient results in the Laboratory Information System.
- Performs records and analyzes Quality Control as designated by the department Supervisor.
- Maintains and performs basic troubleshooting on instrumentation in the department.
- Makes suggestions for improvements of policies and procedures in compliance with NCCLS guidelines.
- Teaches correct protocols to students and new hospital or laboratory employees.
- Participates in continuing education programs for the upgrade of educational experience.
- Performs computer and clerical duties; filing entering reports assisting with audit trails and ordering tests as necessary.
- Controls inventory ordering and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Develops and assists in writing policies procedures and training documents for specimen processing.
- Follow standards of safety dictated by the laboratory the hospital and regulatory agencies.
- Follows all compliance and medical necessity policies.
- Contributes to the efficient operation of the laboratory.
- Performs other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.
Required Qualifications
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- Clerical and computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in laboratory specimen processing
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Pay & Benefits Options
- Paid Vacation Sick days and Holidays
- Free tuition to UofL for Part and Fulltime employees for Child/Spouse/Domestic Partner
- 401K with Employer Match
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