Laboratory Assistant- RELIEF

Laboratory Assistant- Relief

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk?

Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware's healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand!

Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
• Disability and Life Insurance options
• On Site Child Care
• Educational Reimbursement
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!

Location: Sussex Campus Hospital

Status: Relief 0 Hours

Shift: Evenings

SALARY RANGE: 18.27 - 27.40 HOURLY

General Summary:

The Laboratory Assistant position is responsible for a wide variety of technical and clerical procedures supporting the clinical testing areas of the laboratory. Duties may include, but are not limited to, receiving and/or preparing samples for analysis, loading samples onto analyzers, performing maintenance and/or quality control procedures, stocking the work areas, answering phones, locating specimens for additional testing, and numerous other support functions.

Responsibilities:

1. Independently performs and documents all tasks and procedures according to established policies and protocols while maintaining accuracy in all job functions. 2. Verifies the identity of patient/specimen, accurately enters data and completes all required documentation. Identifies, investigates, and communicates appropriately all unusual/unexpected results or situations. Consults appropriate personnel regarding all difficulties, technical questions or unresolved problems. 3. Performs all tasks, procedures, and documentation within established standards for timeliness without reminder. Follows through on all outstanding tests, procedures, assignments, or tasks and reports any incomplete assignments to ensure work is completed without interruption of service. 4. Utilizes computer software and systems as needed to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. 5. Assists coworkers with any difficult procedures/problems, including heavy workload. 6. Maintains a neat working environment and replaces all supplies used during the shift to assure volumes are sufficient for the following shift. Recognizes low inventory situations and alerts appropriate personnel for re-order in a timely manner. Ensures all Infection Prevention / Safety protocols are always followed. Disinfects work areas prior to end of each shift. 7. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Credential(s):

• Experience: Required: None required.

Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:

• Education:

• Credential(s):

• Experience: Preferred: Previous experience in healthcare setting