Laboratory Tech Assistant, Day
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Description
Full time day shift M-F 430am-1pm to include rotating weekends and holidays

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art, level 2 trauma center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) provides improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serves as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George's County residents.

We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our extraordinary team at UM Capital. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) has created a number of new career pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Section Supervisor, performs ordering, procurement, receiving and processing of patient specimens. This position requires practical and theoretical knowledge of phlebotomy procedures. Patient contact and specimens from patients may include age groups from infants to adult-geriatric.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
• Great Work Life Balance: You'll accrue paid annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
• Competitive salary
• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement.

Company Description
THE MEDICAL HEART OF MARYLAND

Treating over 330,000 patients every year, the University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of Maryland's health care system and community. We're known for our prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along with the talented staff and advanced centers that make it all possible. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world's first center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival rate. We also have one of the nation's largest kidney and pancreas transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of Transplantation, home to Maryland's first steroid-free protocol and pancreas/kidney transplant. From our National Cancer Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center to The University of Maryland's Children's Hospital, one of the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to saving and transforming lives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational schooling in medical sciences or previous phlebotomy training preferred.
• Basic computer experience, knowledge of medical terminology, and prior hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate well with physicians, supervisors, nurses and co-workers.
• Ability to read and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• New high school grads with an interest in the lab are encouraged to apply!
• Certification as a phlebotomist is preferred.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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