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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. + Department: Histology at St. Mary's Hospital + Hours Timeframe for PRN: 0430-1300 + Shift Length: variable + Number of Shifts: no limit + Days of the week: M-F no weekends or holidays Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Lab Tech Assistant prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability. Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner. Essential Job Functions u2022 Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). u2022 Performs and reports testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols; evaluates specimen acceptability and implements corrective action within scope of training. u2022 Provides support functions to technologists including the loading and maintaining of instruments, making up of reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing of blood products, and maintenance and function checks. u2022 Recognizes instrument and equipment malfunctions and keeps appropriate person(s) informed of problems, issues, and resolutions as needed. u2022 Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks. u2022 Competently registers, enters insurance information, accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Follows established guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting of samples. u2022 Uses computer programs to track specimen transport and minimizes lost specimens. u2022 Provides laboratory customer service to include request for add-ons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc. u2022 Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies u2022 When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Education High School Degree or GED (required) Associates, Biology or Chemistry (preferred) Work Experience Laboratory experience (preferred) Training None Skills Active Listening Critical Thinking Verbal and Written Communication Monitoring Science Judgment and Decision Making Operation Monitoring Time Management Customer Service Problem solving Medical Terminology Office Machine Operation Phlebotomy Collection Software As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-beingu2014personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer + Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) + Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts + Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders + Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support _Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._ All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health u2013 Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours u2013 Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at