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Laboratory Assistant - Lab-Microbiology, Evenings
- Dartmouth Health (Lebanon, NH)
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Overview
Sign-On/Retention incentives: up to $3000*
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC and Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health member hospitals, as well as to independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which has resulted in a renovated space designed for workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:
* A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
* A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation.
* A place to learn and grow
Our Laboratory Assistantsreceive laboratory specimens from inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and outside institutions. Candidates for this position must have obtained their high school diploma or GED, with some college coursework and previous laboratory experience preferred. We are seeking candidates with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Our laboratory team is a high-functioning, dedicated group of professionals who work diligently to the highest possible standards.
This area of the lab conducts testing on specimens to detect infections, which can include bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. This is a hands-on job that involves a variety of unique techniques, including ‘plating’ specimens to promote good microorganism growth and loading cutting-edge technology.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, evening-shift position working Monday-Friday 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm. This position requires working weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.We are also offering a sign-on/retention bonus for this position. *The bonus is available for external hires only and certain conditions apply.
Responsibilities
* Performs functions related to demographic data, test requisitioning, labels and reports. Processes specimens.
* Obtains blood specimens from patients. Obtains specimen requirement information.
* Operates the pneumatic tube system (PTS) to ensure timely delivery of laboratory specimens.
* Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
* High school graduate required.
* Coursework toward a college degree preferred.
* Previous laboratory experience preferred.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment required.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
* Area of Interest:Allied Health
* Pay Range:$17.00/Hr. - $26.35/Hr.
* FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
* Shift:Evening
* Job ID:32561
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more:Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
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