Lab Technician Assistant

Department Core Laboratory Shift/Schedule Full Time (36 hrs/wk) General Summary Works under the supervision of the Core Laboratory Manager. The Laboratory Technical Assistant's primary job function is to process specimens, performing non‑complex diagnostic testing under the supervision of a MLT or MT, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications GED/High School Diploma required. Basic chemistry and biology courses preferred. BMVL license required; maintain eligibility to drive as determined by SOMC insurance carriers. Three months of laboratory experience required. Job Specific Duties and Performance Expectations Orders and processes specimens for various laboratory tests; prepares for send‑outs as required. Performs non‑complex testing on automated instruments under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist as required. Performs and documents Quality Control and daily instrument maintenance. Centrifuges specimens, checks pending and aliquots specimens for testing, prepares and labels simple solutions, prepares specimens for transport to laboratories. Keeps work area neat and clean, follows all safety policies and procedures, takes inventory, stocks and orders supplies for area. Participates in training and orientation of new staff and students. Assists managers/supervisors with clerical and technical support duties as assigned. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request. Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr