<p>Located at Miami Valley Hospital (Dayton, Ohio)</p> <p>Full-Time Night Shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM) With Weekend and Holiday Rotation</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>The Technical Assistant will perform various tasks in assigned laboratory departments which may include, but is not limited to specimen handling/processing and preparation, instrument loading, quality control and supply management. All activities performed are within the associate's scope of training and are under the guidance of technical staff.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Perform maintenance and set up of laboratory instrumentation. </li><li>Prepare and load quality control materials. </li><li>Evaluate specimens for acceptability and load specimens onto laboratory instruments. </li><li>Recognize instrument and equipment malfunctions. </li><li>Assist in review of pending logs and follow-up to ensure testing is completed in a timely manner. </li><li>Track inventory, order supplies and stock as needed for day to day department operation. </li><li>Perform daily/weekly/monthly temperature, eye wash, safety shower checks. </li><li>Keep appropriate persons informed of problems and issues. </li><li>Handle problems appropriately and exhibits good judgement. </li><li>Handle customer related questions and concerns in a courteous and efficient manner following department policies and procedures. </li><li>Comply with all company, department and regulatory policies and procedures which include compliance and safety protocols. </li><li>Perform other tasks and assignments as requested. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required. </li><li>Associate degree preferred in Natural Science/Allied Health or current enrollment in a Medical Laboratory program. </li><li>Laboratory experience preferred. </li><li>Medical terminology and keyboarding skills helpful. </li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred. </li></ul> <p>Physical & Safety Demands:</p> <ul> <li>Hand-finger dexterity to collect and process specimens. </li><li>Ability to work in an environment where standing prolonged amounts of time may be required. </li><li>Comprehension of verbal and written directions. </li><li>Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. </li><li>Ability to work within specified deadlines and timetables. </li><li>Excellent communication and people skills. </li><li>Must be able to work well under pressure or in stressful circumstances. </li><li>Will have exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals </li><li>Be familiar with and adhere to safety, ergonomic and health policies of the Company. </li><li>Comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas. </li><li>Complete required training and health evaluations in a timely manner. </li><li>Anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations and promote safety awareness. </li></ul>