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Laboratory Technician - Point of Care/Specimen Processing - 8am - 4:30pm
This position will rotate between the two labs of Point of Care and Specimen Processing. The ideal candidate will have a bachelors in a science related field.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Technical and Administrative Skills.
– Performs assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Correctly receives, accessions, processes, and assures proper identification of specimen
- Evaluates specimen integrity and notifies appropriate personnel of unacceptable specimens in accordance with departmental procedure
- Acquires and maintains proficiency in computer functions
- Independently performs work without undue reliance on others and assists co-workers as time permits
- Keeps abreast of new procedures and policies
- Performs and documents all required quality control/quality assurance
- Maintains neat, accurate and complete records according to established policies and Procedures
- Serves as departmental purchaser as needed by using the institutional Resource One system
- Submits requests for new office supply orders or equipment orders when necessary and
Productivity and Communication/Teamwork
- Maintains organized processes to provide optimal and timely patient results.
- Prioritizes and organizes workflow to meet productivity goals of the section
- Remains knowledgeable of processes and pre-analytical procedures enabling efficient trouble shooting and problem solving
- Assists with monitoring and documenting of the sections inventory control system while assuring effective use of supplies.
- Serves as Kronos timekeeper
- Communicates effectively
Quality Commitment and Enhancement
- Performs laboratory internal regulatory (CAP/CLIA) audits with sections and reports finding to laboratory management
- Manages laboratory regulatory documentation (i.e. competency, instrument logs, job aides, etc) for compliance
- Complies with section's telephone/customer service courtesy policies and procedures
- Reports results of problem resolutions to callers in accordance with section's policies
- Demonstrates cooperation when working with both internal and external customers
- Demonstrates calmness under varying environmental circumstances; remains willing and capable of assisting with crisis situations
- Effectively follows up with vendors to resolve pending laboratory supply/equipment orders
Other duties as assigned
