Histology Laboratory Assistant II, 1st Shift

Overview

Job Title: Lab Asst II Histology

We are Hiring at Jewish Hospital

Location: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville KY 40202

Shift Options: 1st Shift 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

• 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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