Lab Tech I at The University of Toledo

Toledo, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

24.59

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Specimen processing, Patient registration, Data entry, Communication skills, Manual dexterity, CPR, Specimen handling, Clinical laboratory support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Title: Lab Tech I Department Org: Lab-Central Office - 109390 Employee Classification: B6 - Unclass Part Time AFSCME HSC Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC Primary Location: HSC H Shift: 1 Start Time: 0500 End Time: 1330 Posted Salary: 21.35-24.59 Float: {bOther1} Rotate: {bOther2} On Call: {bOther3} Travel: {bOther4} Weekend/Holiday: {bOther5} Job Description: Greets patients and performs phlebotomy necessary for laboratory testing. Performs registration and login functions. Under guidance of supervisor or tech, processes and aliquots specimens, assists in preparing specimens for send-out. Performs phlebotomy on both inpatients and outpatients. Answers phones, takes messages and transfers calls appropriately. Registers and logs in specimens from other facilities. Sorts and distributes specimens to the appropriate clinical departments. Minimum Qualifications: 1. High School diploma, GED or equivalent 2. Documentation of at least one of the following: • Medical Assisting Diploma, Degree, or Current CMA/RMA certification Phlebotomy Technician Certificate – Must have completed a phlebotomy internship. • PBT (ASCP) Certification – Must have completed a phlebotomy internship. • Veterinary Technician Certification • Emergency Medical Technician • One-year full time experience in phlebotomy. 3. Must have and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and be insurable under The University of Toledo driver and insurance policy. 4. Employees hired after 02/01/2022 must have and maintain a clean FBI/BCI Check; required by end of probationary period and every year thereafter 5. Effective communication skills 6. Physical requirements: • visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable • ability to hear (with or without aides) • ability to orally communicate • good manual dexterity • ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally • ability to stand, walk frequently • ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently • ability to perform CPR (if a required for position) • must be able to drive a motor vehicle 24/7 including inclement weather. Preferred Qualifications: Conditions of Employment: To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect. The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu [hrcompliance@utoledo.edu] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. [https://www.utoledo.edu/depts/hr/compliance/Workplace-Accommodations.html] Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.

Responsibilities

The Lab Tech I is responsible for greeting patients, performing phlebotomy, and managing specimen registration and processing. They also handle administrative tasks such as answering phones and distributing specimens to clinical departments.