Clinical Laboratory Assistant 2

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The Department of Blood Bank Operations at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Assistant 2 to work full-time on-site in Miami.

CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant 2 performs a variety of routine duties in assisting technical and professional personnel in clinical and research laboratories. An employee in this position provides broad support for the laboratory operations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                   

Identifies, handles, and accessions patient samples requiring laboratory testing. Transports specimens and communicates test results timely and accurately. Maintains required laboratory files and logs system in a neat and accurate manner. Performs specimen processing, such as centrifugation, aliquoting, and volume measurement. Maintains adequate inventory level as per protocol. Participates in the performance improvement processes for the department. Maintains assigned work area in a clean and orderly condition. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations. Responsible for generating patient reports and forwarding them to the proper departments/physicians. Investigates and responds to all inquiries or problems related to referral testing; Answers all inquiries made by the Reference Lab and resolves problem associated with improper or inadequate samples. Answers all inquiries made by physicians or patient unit personnel related to specimen requirements. Maintains adequate inventory levels as per protocol and rotates previous stock when it applies Check packing slips verifies amount of items received, documents, and gives copy to supervisor/designee. Serve as a lead/Back-up when Supervisor is unavailable. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                 

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Specific Functions

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards

• Receive and sort clinical lab specimens as received using Laboratory Information System.

• Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.

• Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information

• Troubleshoot any specimen related issues

• Responsible for issue and return of blood products per laboratory policy and regulatory guidelines.

• Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance

• Replenish test bench supplies as needed

• Responsible for storing supplies as needed

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Responsible for performing reagent and consumable inventory as directed

• Respond to telephone result inquires

• Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested by supervisor.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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