University of Michigan Health-West

Medical Lab Assistant - Laboratory * 14:30-23:00- 8hrs/wk

Requisition #: req8153

Shift: Evenings (start times vary 2:30p-3:00p)

FTE status: 0.2

On-call: No

Weekends: Yes

General Summary

To perform clerical tasks pertaining to the Laboratory Outreach Program, processes specimens coming into

the laboratory, answers phones, tube system and other duties as needed.

Requirements

  • Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of Medical Assistant training preferred.
  • Previous laboratory experience preferred.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Registers office outpatient and contract specimens accurately and promptly utilizing laboratory computer system.
  • Orders laboratory tests correctly using appropriate codes.
  • Labels specimens accurately, follows procedure for handling unlabelled or mislabeled specimens.
  • Logs specimens received without orders in the hold over bucket.
  • Accurately fills supply request orders by compiling supplies in correct quantities as requested by physician office within 24 hours of request when needed.
  • Communicates with the PM Shift Supervisor immediately if there is a problem with a specimen or order.

Category: Admin & Clerical, Customer Service
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Health Care Provider
  • Industries

    Hospitals and Health Care

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