Laboratory Assistant - Lab Specimen Receiving, Per Diem, Rotating

*Strong Internal Candidate Identified*

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of laboratory duties, including receiving, processing, and delivering laboratory specimens from inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and outside institutions. This is a fast-paced environment, working both as a team and independently.

1. Performs quality and receiving functions related to checking patient demographic information, registration, ordering, adding, and canceling tests following all safety rules and regulations.
2. Prints and scans orders into the Laboratory information system.
3. Labels samples and delivers specimens to testing department, loads analyzers, centrifuges and performs specimen processing, restocks inventory, maintains the organized lab space.
4. Performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed.
5. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• High school graduate required.
• Able to complete assignments with minimal direction and adapt to rapidly changing workflows.
• 6 months of laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment are required.
• Strong computer skills

Required Licensure/Certifications

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.