What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Laboratory Assistant position at UT Health San Antonio?
Job Description
Under close supervision, performs phlebotomy, processes specimens, handles client inquiries, conducts waived testing, and contributes to pre-analytic laboratory tasks
Responsibilities
- Performs venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect blood specimens from patients.
- Receives and accessions specimens into the laboratory information system (LIS).
- Prepares and aliquots specimens for various laboratory tests according to established protocols.
- Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of laboratory supplies.
- Provides information regarding specimen collection, test requisitions, and laboratory procedures.
- Addresses inquiries and concerns; escalates complex issues to the appropriate personnel.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable quality control and quality assurance measures.
- Assists in the preparation and setup of laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Ensures the proper handling and transportation of specimens within the laboratory.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
EDUCATION :
EXPERIENCE :
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS :
About Us
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options :
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $40,000
