UVM Health Porter Medical Center
Laboratory Assistant
UVM Health Porter Medical Center is hiring a Laboratory Assistant in Middlebury, Vermont, United States of America. Posted September 23, 2026.
Job at a glance
- Company
- UVM Health Porter Medical Center
- Location
- Middlebury, Vermont, United States of America
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Part-time
- Sector
- Customer Support
- Posted
- September 23, 2026
About the job
Building Name: PMC - Porter Medical Center
Location Address: 115 Porter Drive, Middlebury Vermont
Regular
Department: Porter - Laboratory Support Services
Part Time
Standard Hours: 20
Biweekly Scheduled Hours:
Shift: Day
Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Weekend Needs: As Scheduled
Salary Range: Min $21.03 Mid $26.14 Max $31.25
Recruiter: Cindy Reichard
Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Laboratory Assistant performs four essential roles in the function of the Laboratory:
1) Lab Customer Service
2) Phlebotomist
3) Lab Order Entry including handling of patient information and test results.
4) Specimen Processing and Shipment of samples to Reference Labs
- Provides exceptional customer service to all stakeholders in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Laboratory and UVMH
- Obtains specimens for testing according to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
- Performs administrative duties to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory
- Processes specimens prior to testing, ensuring quality and adhering to established policies and procedures
- Works collaboratively with coworkers, technologists and other staff within department and in other departments throughout the organization
- Uses a variety of communication skills to meet the needs of the laboratory department and the customers served by the laboratory
- Participates in continuing education and departmental development functions to support professional growth and departmental initiatives
EDUCATION:
Able to read, write and speak the English language
High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
Phlebotomy Certification from a nationally recognized agency is highly recommended
Phlebotomy experience is a plus
Computer entry or word processing skills required
Working knowledge of medical terminology desirable
Good interpersonal communication skills required
Approximately six months to a year is required to learn the job for satisfactory performance. The Laboratory Director will evaluate this.
This is a bargaining union position.