Laboratory Aide

Connecticut GI, a division of GI Alliance, is looking for a Full Time Laboratory Aide to join our Norwich Pathology Lab. We are the largest gastroenterology practice in the state of Connecticut with 31 Care Centers and still growing. Our employees are the foundation of our practice and we pride ourselves on the fact that we have been named a TOP WORKPLACE 8 times! Our team of clinical and administrative support staff work collaboratively with our physicians and advanced practitioners to provide our patients with the most comprehensive and compassionate care. Here at CTGI our promise is to treat every patient as if they were a member of our own families, and we are looking for team members who also embody this vision!

A Short List Of Reasons Why You Should Work For CTGI

• Selected as a Top Workplace 8 Times
• Competitive Pay
• Very Fast-Growing Practice

Lab Aide Duties:

Accurately and efficiently accessions anatomical lab test specimens

• Verifies all specimens that come in are labeled appropriately and that they match the labels on the requisition to ensure that there are no issues with patient identity and reporting
• Prepares specimens received for testing in reference laboratory
• Enters patient demographics into the electronic medical record
• Reviews and Accessions specimens and testing orders for laboratory analysis
• Assists technologists and technicians with the operation of standard laboratory instruments
• Perform routine laboratory assistant duties according to agency standards and protocols
• Perform specimen or reception check, and records information into LIS
• Cleans work area, and surrounding laboratory after completion of work day

Receives phone orders for lab tests from physicians, nurses, endo centers

Follows all laboratory safety rules and reports any possible hazards to the Lab Manager

Files and/or retrieves lab copies of patient test reports in cabinet files and/or in computer

Keeps the Lab Supervisor informed about malfunctioning of any office equipment

Verifies inventories and prepares orders for certain lab supplies as directed by the Lab Office Supervisor

Sorts and distributes incoming correspondence, email, tasks notification, phone calls.

Maintains biohazardous records and logs; arranges for pickup of hazardous materials monthly

Job Type: Full time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00pm - 6:30am

Salary: From $18.00 -$21.00 per hour, based on experience, 3rd shift differential

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Some college science preferred

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: One (1) year experience in laboratory setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications: N/A

Performance Requirements:

• Must be reliable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to compile data
• Ability to follow instructions/procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers
• Ability to perform work activities in a team environment with open communication.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and concentrate for extended periods of time.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while under substantial time pressures and still maintain quality patient care
• Proficient technical (computer) skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Strong sense of ethics.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment. Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.

Please Note: All job offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment criminal history check.

NOTE: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL FOR CONSIDERATION.

No phone calls or agencies, please.

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