Laboratory Assistant Ii - Full Time - Days - (Utica, Ny)

Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Laboratory Director Laboratory Supervisor, receives patients, correctly identifies patients, collects specimens from patients, transports specimens, processes specimens, performs clerical functions, and assists technical personnel with assigned non-technical tasks. Processes and packages specimens being referred to a reference laboratory for testing.Core Job ResponsibilitiesObtains blood specimens by skin puncture (capillary) or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed:  from neonates by capillary blood collection techniques; from pediatric,adolescents, adult and geriatric patientsInstructs patients in collection of urine, sputum, stool specimens.  Accepts these specimens from patientsFollows Chain of Custody specimen collection protocolsActs as laboratory receptionistPerform other duties as requiredEducation/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School DiplomaPhlebotomy or laboratory experience, minimum one yearLicensure/Certification RequirementsDisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job DetailsReq Id  92964 Department  CLINICAL LABORATORY Shift DaysShift Hours Worked  8.50FTE 1 Work Schedule  CWA-UFCSM - 8 HREmployee Status A1 - Full-Time Union 2006 - UFCWPay Range $18 - $22.50 Per Hour?