Lab Intern - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: All (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lab Intern assists physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs waived and moderate complexity laboratory diagnostic tests.

• Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.

• Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.

• Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.

• Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.

• Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

• Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.

• Assists with inventory control.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

None

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited Health Science program (Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Lab Technology) leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree (required) OR Bachelor of Human Science Degree.

Work Experience

None

Training

None

Skills

Active Listening

Service Orientation

Coordination

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Keyboarding

Microsoft Office

Telephone Skills

Laboratory Equipment and Troubleshooting

Laboratory Diagnostic Testing

Patient Population

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department: Core Laboratory - St. Elizabeth