Singing River Health System ยท 21 hours ago
Laboratory Technician Assistant
Gulfport, MS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSinging River Health System is seeking a Laboratory Technician Assistant to support their Specimen Control area. The role involves receiving and distributing specimens, performing routine urinalysis, and assisting in various laboratory processes under supervision.
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Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Specimen Control Coordinator, Section Supervisor, or Director, the Technician Assistant receives and distributes those specimens that are brought directly to the Specimen Control area or those that arrive via pneumatic tube
He/She performs routine urinalysis (with the exception of microscopy); prepares specimens for dispatch to reference laboratories; and performs Quality Control and preventive maintenance procedures designated for Specimen Control, with documentation of same; and assists in pre-analytical and post-analytical Laboratory processes
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities
Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone
Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels
Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required
Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette
Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue
Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends
Preferred
Experience in a laboratory setting
Clerical and medical terminology experience
Company
Singing River Health System
Singing River offers award-winning, comprehensive care for every age and stage.
Founded in 1931Pascagoula, Mississippi, USA
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason McNeil, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Laurin St. Pe
Chief Operating Officer
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