Laboratory Technician

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Laboratory Technician Regular Full-time Buffalo, NY, US 8 days ago Requisition ID: 2435 Salary: $42,640.00 Annually At Evergreen and our affiliates, we value collaborative, down-to-earth individuals and encourage self-expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community. The Laboratory Technician performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in a manner that places emphasis on quality of care and customer service. They collaborate to ensure a patient-centered approach to care. As part of the essential functions of this role, the Laboratory Technician: Handles laboratory specimens utilizing appropriate blood/body fluid precautions Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients of all ages Collects, labels, processes, and prepares laboratory specimens according to established protocols Verifies patient identity using approved identification procedures Ensures specimens are properly stored and handled prior to shipment Processes specimens utilizing centrifuges and other laboratory equipment as appropriate Facilitates lab and diagnostic tests at the request of the orderingprovider Maintains exam rooms according to clinic’s policy; sanitizes rooms and equipment between patients to ensure infection control standards are maintained Qualified candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent; CMA(AAMA) certification preferred; current BLS/CPR certification with prior healthcare and EMR (Medent) experience preferred; awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations is essential Job type: Full-time Schedule: We are hiring two Laboratory Technicians- one based at our Hertel Ave. location (Monday and Wednesday 11:30-7:30 /Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30-5:30); and the other position will float between our four Buffalo area clinics (Monday-Friday, 9:00 to 5:00) Education: High school diploma or equivalent Certification: current BLS/CPR required; CMA(AAMA) certification preferred Experience: Prior healthcare and EMR (Medent) preferred but not required What Evergreen Health Offers You: Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans to choose from Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you Paid Time Off package equaling up to 4 weeks in your first year 403b with a generous company match Paid lunch breaks Evergreen Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender expression, gender identity, language, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Evergreen Health