Lab Tech I - Lab-Central Office (Req2660)

Lab Tech I - Lab-Central Office (Req2660)

• Employment Type: Staff - Contingent
• Employee Class: Unclass Contingent AFSCME HSC
• Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
• Shift: 1
• Work Hours: -
• Hours Per Week: 4
• FTE: 0.1
• Location: HSC Hospital
• Department: Lab-Central Office
• Number of Openings: 1
• Salary Range: $ 17.54 - 20.21
• Grade: Unclassified AFSCME HSC - N1U36
• Float: Yes
• Rotate: Yes
• On Call: Yes
• Travel: Yes
• Weekend/Holiday: Yes
• Requisition ID: req2660
• Position Control Number (PCN): H93637
• Posting Period: 2/16/2021 - open until filled

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. The employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Position 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.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma, including science courses.

2. Documentation of at least one of the following:

· Diploma in Medical Assisting

· Phlebotomy Technician Certificate – Must have completed a phlebotomy internship.

· Clinical Assistant Certificate

· PBT (ASCP) Certification – Must have completed a phlebotomy internship.

· Veterinary Technician Certification

· Emergency Medical Technician

· One year full time experience in phlebotomy.

3. Culturally appropriate communication skills a must.

4. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with no citations or points and be eligible to drive University of Toledo vehicles.

5. 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.

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to infectious blood and body fluids. Precautions required. May spend majority of day standing, bending, or walking. May spend long hours on computer.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM or apply online for anaccommodation request .

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support at Main Park Campus or at the satellite HR Office located at the Facilities Services Building, Suite 1000 on the Health Science Campus.