University of Maryland Medical System
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Salary
$18 - $25 / HOUR
Provides routine laboratory support and performs waived to moderate complexity testing across various specialized labs. Responsibilities include processing specimens, maintaining instrument calibration, and ensuring accurate reporting of test results.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant or equivalent hospital setting experience. Preferred candidates have additional credit hours in biology or chemistry.
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!
Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Additional credit hours in biology and/or chemistry at an accredited institution are preferred. Minimum of Two (2) years of work experience as at a Clinical Laboratory Assistant I (CLA I) position or equivalent experience in clinical or hospital setting required.
Basic computer skills are required which would be used in a laboratory setting. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to handle potentially infectious materials, such as blood and body fluid specimens, observing proper safety regulations and procedures. Ability to perform mathematical and statistical operations for recording and evaluating lab results. Demonstration of strong customer service skills and independent analytical problem solving is a must. Must be able to perform duties accurately and with attention to detail. Must possess the skills required for proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation, fixation, processing or preparation, transportation, and storage of specimens. Must possess skills required to maintain standard testing processes, preventative instrument maintenance, instrument calibration and test calibration and trouble-shooting of instruments and results data. Must possess a working understanding of reagent stability, quality control, and ability to assess and verify patient test results upon receiving instruction Patient Safety Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives. Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
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