Aultman Health Foundation · 5 days ago
LAB ASSISTANT - MICROBIOLOGY
Canton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAultman Health Foundation is a healthcare organization seeking a Lab Assistant for their Microbiology department. The role involves processing microbiology specimens, logging them into the laboratory information system, and assisting team members with various tasks in the laboratory.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Log specimens into the laboratory information system making sure that orders are correct
Process culture specimens
Prepare gram stains
Load blood culture bottles
Monitors tube system punctually; checking for stats and prioritizing work
Organization of work areas
Stocking supplies
Assisting various team members
Answering telephone and faxing
Effectively communicating. Internal/external communications are frequent among team members, which include the Microbiology team, trainees, clinicians, and nurses
Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and code of conduct
Other duties as assigned
Accepts responsibilities and maintains an attitude conducive to a cooperative and productive work environment
Adheres to all policies described in the Aultman Hospital Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook
Follows all policies of the Microbiology Department as described in the Lab Policy Manual
Communicates with all persons in a polite and professional manner
Adheres to the hospital dress code and maintains a professional appearance
Arrives at work on time and begins work promptly
Returns promptly from lunch and breaks, following established guidelines
Uses spare time for work-related activities
Assists the Technical Specialists in the training of personnel when requested
Performs necessary duties and tasks as assigned by the Technical Specialist or Assistant Manager
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to communicate effectively with peers, management, and other healthcare personnel
Must be able to work well with others
Must be able to multi-task and pay attention to detail
Work in an environment that may be exposed to infectious agents
Consistently use proper hand hygiene, as biohazardous materials will be present
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling biological specimens and hazardous chemicals
Follows safety guidelines when plating specimens
Preferred
Preferred experience in Microbiology or Clinical Laboratory setting
Company
Aultman Health Foundation
Serving Stark and surrounding counties since 1892, Aultman Health System is committed to our patients, employees, the community and medical education.
Founded in 1892
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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