Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title - Lab Technician

Job Category - Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department - NJMS - Pediatrics WIC Program

Overview - Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Lab Technician in the Center for Immunity and Inflammation within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS). The primary purpose of the Health Aide position is to work under the direction of the head clerk and in accordance with WIC policies and procedures, provides clerical and laboratory client services to WIC enrolled women who are pregnant, postpartum or breast feeding, and to infants and children up to age five (5). Perform lab duties and anthropometric measurements, makes clinic appointments and provides front desk support for client check-in. Conducts hemoglobin testing and takes height and weight measurements of WIC participants. Participates in WIC mandated initiatives such as immunization data collection and computer input. Performs all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Service Excellence.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Tests hemoglobin levels (via finger stick) and takes anthropometric measurements on all participants as deemed necessary in accordance with both hospital and WIC policy and procedures
• Inputs all WIC related information into WIC database, as required
• Maintains Lab supplies inventory and set-up of lab
• Inputs anthropometric data (height and weight of participant) into the lab daily log and the client charts in WIC system
• Assists with interfaces with the Hospital EMR database to update patient charts, as needed
• Makes face-to-face and telephone appointments using both the WIC scheduler and the site-specific appointment template

FLSA - Nonexempt

Grade - 157

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 23.680

Mid Range Salary - 24.180

Maximum Salary - 24.910

Benefits - Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status - Part Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours - 35.00

Daily Work Shift - Day

Union Description - Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment - Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Position Pension Eligibility - PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Must have a High School Diploma or GED and minimum of one full-time year of clerical/lab experience performing data entry activities, database maintenance and general office services support.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications - Laboratory skills and experience in collecting anthropometric data, database maintenance, appointment scheduling and general office services support in a health care services setting preferred. Must have good communication and organizational skills; the ability to speak Spanish or Creole, is an asset.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment - PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert force up to thirty (30) pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number - 26ST1080

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus - Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus - Newark (RBHS)

City - Newark

State - NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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