CLINICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT II; Anatomic Pathology Lab, Full-Time, Day Shift

Location: Columbia, Missouri  

Shift: University Hospital Histology Grossing Lab, M-F 7a-330p
Saturday mornings in rotation with other Grossing staff

Department: Anatomic Pathology

Salary Range: $16.68 - 26.31

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to perform a variety of preanalytical laboratory work to include ordering, collection, processing, and distribution of samples for analysis. 

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE 

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region. 

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.  

Learn more about MU Health Care.   

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more  

See a comprehensive list of benefits here . 

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION 

• Follow all established specimen collection, labeling, transportation, and handling procedures. Adhere to CAP, CLIA, and DNV standards. 
• Perform venipuncture, capillary collections, urine, and other body fluid collection types, utilizing the proper supplies and equipment. 
• Contribute positively to department quality measures and goals.
• Process and deliver specimens to the appropriate location. Prepare and package samples for shipment to reference laboratory. 
• Order requested test in the laboratory computer system, back order test as needed, and acquire appropriate ICD-10 codes. Assist health care providers with ordering, utilizing the resources available. 
• Manage communication with a variety of stakeholders in and outside the hospital setting. Serve as a resource for new staff. 
• Perform waived testing according to procedure. Performs and documents quality controls results as needed. 
• Ability to take call as assigned. Provide weekend and holiday shift coverage, assist with staffing multiple laboratory sites as needed. 
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
• Six (6) months of laboratory experience in one of the following areas: phlebotomy, processing specimens, laboratory aide, or completion of comparable medical training program; or sixty (60) hours of college coursework with twenty-four (24) hours of approved science courses. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Some college coursework in a science related field. Chauffeur driver license; class E or higher for Missouri residents. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position, and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.