Laboratory Assistant (Good Samaritan Hospital - Laboratory) Lebanon - Part Time (Days)
Lebanon, PA | Clerical and Administrative | Tracking Code: 53465
Position Summary:
***Saturday Day Shift***
***Hours between 7:30am - 4:00pm***
General Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the appropriate supervisor, performs a variety of general support duties in specimen procurement, clerical office, central processing, and/or other assigned areas at an entry skills level. Functions in on- and/or off-site service areas. May work any part of a 24 hour period. May be required to accept on-call responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1 Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides routine information to callers.
2 May receive specimens into the laboratory, process specimens, deliver specimens to on- and off-site locations, store
specimens for future analysis and dispose of specimens.
3 May receive and transport supplies, equipment, reports and specimens between the laboratory and other health care
locations.
4 May collect specimens as directed using appropriate or specified equipment for collecting and handling specimens.
5 Enters or retrieves data from established computer files.
6 Provides complete and accurate instructions to patients and other customers of the laboratory.
Required SkillsMinimum Education
High School or G.E.D.
Pref Course(s)/Training
Medical terminology; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) if applicable
Working Conditions
Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens
Exposed to hazards of handling diseased organs and tissues
Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards
Exposed to odorous chemicals/specimens
Exposed to housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals
May be exposed to toxic chemicals
Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances
Handles emergency or crisis situations
Exposed to hazards of steam and heat
Travel required
May make home visits
Exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
Skills:
Must possess a valid driver’s license in the current state of residence.
Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management;
Basic computer skills
Good interpersonal/communications skills
Transcription skills
Minimum Experience
6 - 12 months
WellSpan Health is an integrated health system that serves the communities of central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The organization is comprised of a multispecialty medical group of more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, a regional behavioral health organization, a home care organization, six respected hospitals, more than 15,000 employees, and 140 patient care locations. WellSpan is a charitable, mission-driven organization, committed to exceptional care for all, lifelong wellness and healthy communities. We are committed to transforming the health of the communities we serve and to educating the next generation of clinicians, staff and leaders.
Formed in 1813, Lebanon is a quaint city of 25,700 residents. The area, rich in heritage and the small-town charm of yesteryear, features sites on the National Register of Historic Places, museums, scenic parks and recreation facilities, performing arts theaters, artists' studios, a farmers' market and dining establishments for all tastes.
Life in Lebanon County offers affordable housing and options for pursuing higher education. Residents can find local employment in manufacturing, retail, arts and entertainment, healthcare and service sectors. Located in southcentral Pennsylvania, Lebanon is within an easy driving distance to Harrisburg, Lancaster, Reading and York. (Patient population: 140,000)
Equal Opportunity Employment
WellSpan Health is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. WellSpan Health does, however, have a tobacco-free/nicotine-free hiring policy.
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