Work where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkHartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England We are a Level Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education Simulation and Innovation CESI one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care expertise and new treatment options their patients require they turn to usJob Description Under the direction of the Supervisor the lab assistant is responsible for support functions preanalytical processing preparing specimens to send to appropriate reference laboratories and accessioning registration functionsAs a Laboratory Assistant for the Special Heme department you are play a vital role in keeping the laboratory together you are essentially the missing piece to the puzzle in the department Each day is never the same As the laboratory is constantly developing and producing a higher workload so will your tasks You will work together with a team of amazing techs that are doing complex testing in order to provide results to ordering providers in an efficient manner There will be tasks that are done daily such as stocking laboratory supplies and accessioning as well as tasks that are completed as necessary such as reagents There may also new tasks that are created due to the increase in workflow Flexibility is key Laboratory experience is important because it allows you to understand the why throughout your training why you are making reagents why these tests are necessary for patient treatment etcWork where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkHartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England We are a Level Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education Simulation and Innovation CESI one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care expertise and new treatment options their patients require they turn to usJob Description Under the direction of the Supervisor the lab assistant is responsible for support functions preanalytical processing preparing specimens to send to appropriate reference laboratories and accessioning registration functionsAs a Laboratory Assistant for the Special Heme department you are play a vital role in keeping the laboratory together you are essentially the missing piece to the puzzle in the department Each day is never the same As the laboratory is constantly developing and producing a higher workload so will your tasks You will work together with a team of amazing techs that are doing complex testing in order to provide results to ordering providers in an efficient manner There will be tasks that are done daily such as stocking laboratory supplies and accessioning as well as tasks that are completed as necessary such as reagents There may also new tasks that are created due to the increase in workflow Flexibility is key Laboratory experience is important because it allows you to understand the why throughout your training why you are making reagents why these tests are necessary for patient treatment etcHigh School Graduate or equivalent year of experience in a laboratory medical or other related setting OR any experience or training that supports minimum training for the duties aboveExcellent interpersonal communication verbal written and listening skills and good leadership abilitiesAbility to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements by following established procedures in order to maintain a safe laboratory environment and to meet accreditation standardsAbility to be flexible as required to adapt to laboratory needs as related to testing and schedulingWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your momentHigh School Graduate or equivalent year of experience in a laboratory medical or other related setting OR any experience or training that supports minimum training for the duties aboveExcellent interpersonal communication verbal written and listening skills and good leadership abilitiesAbility to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements by following established procedures in order to maintain a safe laboratory environment and to meet accreditation standardsAbility to be flexible as required to adapt to laboratory needs as related to testing and schedulingWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment