Sobre

• Description

Job Summary

• Receives, obtains, processes and analyzes specimens for laboratory analysis on all patient age groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collect and process venous and capillary samples from all patient age groups.
• Conducts and interprets performance evaluations on laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Maintains laboratory equipment per manufacturers guidelines.
• Conduct required tests as ordered by physician.
• Assist in supervision and training of employees.
• Participate in QA, QC, accreditation and regulatory activities.
• Maintain work station.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES

• All areas of the laboratory: blood bank, basic microbiology, phlebotomy, and computer operation.
• AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
• Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
• Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education – Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Technology or related field.
• Work Experience – Two years generalist preferred.
• Training – Blood bank required, microbiology and phlebotomy preferred.
• License/Certification – ASCP, AMT, HHS or NCA certification or registry eligible within 90 days of hire.
• ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.