Clinical Lab Assistant

Clinical Lab Assistant

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary:

Receive specimens. Check labels and paperwork. Enter patient/specimen information. Prepare specimens for processing. File and retrieve slides and blocks. Keep work areas clean and stocked. Follow safety and quality rules. Help staff with specimen tracking and questions.

Benefits:

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Experience and Education:

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience: 2 years of related laboratory experience Related college laboratory classes may be accepted in lieu of experience. Preferred Education: Some College

Job Duties:

Handle and process specimens according to departmental protocols. Perform the following duties: specimen management (receive specimens from phlebotomists and nursing floors); specimen accession into LIS; prepare specimens for testing; basic technical tasks (placing samples in automated analyzer, streak culture plates, etc.); submit specimens to testing department; store and manage specimens according to retention protocols. Maintain accurate and easy-to-use specimen storage systems. Monitor and maintain accurate patient identification and confidentiality for all samples in accordance with departmental protocol. Ensure specimens sent to reference laboratories are submitted to referral department in a timely manner. Answer telephone inquiries and provide verified test result information per the LIS system. Establish priorities and organize activities to achieve optimum and efficient results. Complete assigned functions in appropriate time intervals. Perform other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement:

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas 75390 Job: Allied Health Organization: 867030 - Anatomic Pathology Lab Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard