What You Would Do:
Demonstrates technical competency by performance of moderate and high complexity tests using a variety of laboratory techniques.
Performs tests according to established laboratory procedures with acceptable accuracy and precision.
Develops and demonstrates knowledge and skills pertaining to instrumentation, procedures, and processes.
Performs maintenance according to scheduled frequency with complete documentation.
Performs tasks to assist with overall operation of laboratory service according to laboratory policies and procedures and in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Takes responsibility for all inventory of reagents, quality control materials and supplies associated with assigned test to ensure adequate materials are available for next analysis.
Accurately analyzes patient specimens on instruments and/or by specified manual methodologies within specified turnaround times.
Identifies problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take action as outlined in established protocols.
Participates in continuing education program, as needed.
Position Hours:
Per Diem - Day Shift w/start time 7:00 am. Need to be available M-F for EPIC Training
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in a chemical, physical or biological science. Foreign graduates require degree equivalency evaluation documentation.
Lab experience preferred, but not required.
Must possess excellent communication skills (direct telephone) to interact with patients and other members of the health care team. Possesses hearing acuity to be able to communicate with others, communicate using the telephone and be able to monitor the many sounds produced by clinical instrumentation.
Work requires analytical ability to collect information from diverse sources, apply professional principles in performing various analyses and summarizing the information and data in order to interpret and report results.
Must possess sufficient motor skills in order to perform delicate tasks such as calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments, perform precise sample procedures, pipetting of samples and use of computer workstations.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Our Mission and Core Values
Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage—starting Day One!
Generous Shift Diffs
Award-winning Hospitals and Departments
Ministry Information:
Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.