Laboratory Specimen Processing Technician I
How this pay compares
This posting states $22.12–$34.88 an hour. Open laboratory assistant jobs in Vermont post a median of $26.59 an hour, the middle half $23.96–$28.50, across 5 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Laboratory assistants employed in Vermont earn a median of $37.83 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a union bargains for workers at UVM Health here: International Brotherhood of Teamsters 597 at Burlington, VT (50 workers, bargaining a first contract). The union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in it. Healthcare union contracts.
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About the job
Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus
Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont
Regular
Department: Laboratory - Specimen Accession
Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Biweekly Scheduled Hours:
Shift: Day/Eve
Primary Shift: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Weekend Needs: Other
Salary Range: Min $22.12 Mid $28.50 Max $34.88
Recruiter: Cindy Reichard
Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position supports the daily operation of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine divisions. The Specimen Processing Technician I performs clerical, technical, and sample processing for the Clinical testing areas. Staff triage multiple sample types for the Surgical Pathology, Cytology, Microbiology and Flow Cytometry.
EDUCATION
High school graduate or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
Laboratory experience preferred.
WHY UVM MEDICAL CENTER (UVMMC)?
UVMMC is dedicated to our patients, providing the highest quality care for patients and their families. It is a mission that defines our culture, one of teamwork and collaboration. Every employee, whether they work directly in patient care or in a supporting role, has a hand in contributing to the wellness of the patient and the community.
BENEFITS
At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more.
UVMHN Main Staff
LEARN MORE
What is it like working here? Culture, Experience and Community Health | Careers - University of Vermont Health
Why Burlington, VT? Life in Vermont & New York | Careers - University of Vermont Health
This is a bargaining union position.
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