Position Overview The Laboratory Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) plays an important role in supporting laboratory services and patient care. This position helps ensure specimens are handled accurately and efficiently from collection through testing, while maintaining quality standards and supporting the flow of information within the laboratory. The Laboratory Assistant also helps keep daily operations running smoothly by managing supplies, supporting laboratory processes, and working closely with patients, caregivers, providers, and colleagues to deliver reliable service and coordinated care where every connection matters. Primary Department, Division, or Unit: Core Laboratory, UHS Wilson Medical Center Work Shift and Schedule: This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager. Compensation Range: $17.05 - $22.17 per hour, depending on experience This position is not eligible for benefits. ----- Job Responsibilities Essential Functions: Coordinate specimen processing activities by receiving, labeling, assessing, centrifuging, aliquoting, storing, and retrieving specimens to support accurate and timely laboratory testing Enter patient demographics, insurance information, and test orders into laboratory systems with accuracy to support efficient registration, tracking, and results workflow Prepare, track, package, and ship specimens to internal laboratory sites and external reference laboratories, resolving routine specimen issues according to established guidelines Maintain laboratory supplies and inventory, support reagent and consumable ordering, and assist with supply evaluations to promote operational readiness and continuity of care Monitor and document environmental, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures to help protect specimen integrity and maintain laboratory quality standards Transport specimens, requisitions, and reports within the hospital and between laboratory departments Support analyzer setup by loading carriers, cassettes, and specimen racks Scope and Impact: Contribute directly to turnaround time, specimen integrity, laboratory quality, and patient experience by ensuring work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule Exercise judgment within defined procedures by identifying specimen quality concerns, validating collection details, and escalating issues that could affect testing or patient safety Work under supervision while managing assigned laboratory support, clerical, and patient-facing responsibilities across inpatient, outpatient, and reference testing workflows Build strong connections with patients, caregivers, and laboratory colleagues to support a coordinated care experience and dependable service across the organization Compliance and Professional: Follow laboratory, departmental, infection control, NYSDOH, CDC, and blood and body fluids requirements during specimen collection, processing, handling, transport, and shipping Protect patient privacy and handle clinical information in accordance with HIPAA access expectations and organizational confidentiality standards Complete required training, education, and competency validations within established timelines to maintain readiness for assigned laboratory support duties Use required personal protective equipment and safe work practices when handling blood, body fluids, hazardous materials, and potentially infectious specimens Maintain accurate documentation and promptly report quality, safety, equipment, or specimen concerns through appropriate escalation channels Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations As applicable to your role, support cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier lifecycle by coordinating vendor risk assessments, monitoring third-party compliance, and promptly reporting identified supply chain or cybersecurity risks Additional Expectations: Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, providers, and colleagues to support service excellence and a positive care experience Support a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment that promotes safety, readiness, and efficient laboratory operations Participate in departmental improvement efforts and adapt to changing workflows, priorities, and operational needs in a fast-paced healthcare setting Participate in and apply principles learned in Customer Service Training Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs Position Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred: Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public Up to 1 year of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role ----- About United Health Services United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us! United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ----- United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com. UHS proudly offers benefits to all full-time employees and part-time employees who are hired into a regular position of at least 24 hours per week (60% FTE). 💖 Make New Connections We believe that people—and the connections among them—must remain at the core of everything we do. Whether you're directly caring for patients, supporting our clinical operations, or working to ensure our administrative functions run effectively, your impact will be recognized and appreciated. 💡 Unlock Greater Opportunities Our commitment to you extends beyond a paycheck. We want you to thrive professionally and personally. Not only will you provide care and support for our patients, but you'll also be cared for, too. While many organizations make this claim, we back it up with action. We take workforce feedback seriously and we continually implement new education initiatives, compensation models, and recognition programs in service of our people. 🌟 Proud to be Team UHS Our footprint spans across every part of New York's Southern Tier. But we don't just serve our community, we're a part of it, too. We are volunteers, coaches, local leaders, parents or grandparents, and mentors. UHS team members can be found at almost every local walk, fundraiser, and sporting event. We promote wellness and health equity within and far beyond our walls.

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