Medical Lab Technician I (4 x 10s)
Company: Sonora Quest
Location: Tempe
Posted on: September 20, 2024
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Lab-BUMCPWork Shift: EveningJob Category:Lab4 Day Work Week!This
position will work four 10-hour shifts per week and the schedule
varies from 11a-9:30p or 12-10:30p.POSITION SUMMARYThis position
performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 in an
accurate and timely manner with supervision. - Assists with
department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting
agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP,
OSHA). - Personnel report to department supervisor. May be
responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of
biological specimens into the laboratory.Performs all functions
according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and
accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional
standards. CORE FUNCTIONS1. Performs testing in an accurate and
timely manner according to established policies and performance
standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing. -
Responsible for startup, calibration and accuracy of procedures and
instrumentation. - Exercises independent judgment and can identify
appropriate resources in performance of assigned duties utilizing
knowledge and skills. - Demonstrates comprehension of theory and
clinical relevance of testing. Demonstrates problem resolution and
decision-making skills for routine operational and technical
problems. - Demonstrates knowledge of computer systems used in the
department and can perform basic troubleshooting of computer
problems. - Demonstrates awareness and complies with accrediting
agency and regulatory requirements related to area of
responsibility.2. - Recognizes and ensures validity of abnormal
patient and/or QC results for testing. - Ensures accuracy of test
results. Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that
deviate from defined procedures. - Demonstrates appropriate
resolution and follow through for problem solving identified during
testing. - - Promotes and consistently meets department standards
for productivity and quality3. -Ensures the appropriate use of
supplies and materials and assists with inventory management.
Ensures efficient utilization of reagents and supplies. Recognizes
and provides input towards opportunities for improvements in
financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity, and
improve service.4. - Self-directed and motivated to contribute to
projects identified by the supervisor. Seeks out opportunities to
identify projects relating to department needs. Active in training
of laboratory personnel. Performs well in supervisor's absence and
provides guidance on issues relating to pre-analytical, waived and
non-waived testing. Completes all required training modules.5. -
Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively and
accurately with internal and external customers. Participates in
the resolution of communication issues. Knows and utilizes
appropriate resources for increased levels of problem solving. -
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills. -
Promotes positive communications that enhances teamwork. Attendance
and participation at staff meetings.6. - May process and prepare
patient samples as required which can include the following: 1)
specimen collection 2) general laboratory specimen processing and
3) referral laboratory processing. - In doing so, ensuring correct
patient and specimen identification and specimen
integrity.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDIRECTLY REPORTINGNoneMATRIX
OR INDIRECT REPORTINGClinical Laboratory Assistants (CLA's),
PhlebotomistsTYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESN/ASCOPE AND
COMPLEXITYPrimarily departmental responsibility, Involved in
interdepartmental communication and activities. Internal Customer -
Employees of the system. External Customer - Nurses, physicians,
office personnel, and vendors.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT
FACTORSAble to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch
frequently. Use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up
to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25
pounds. Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions
due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical,
electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors
and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires
use of personal computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and
department specific equipment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Keywords: Sonora Quest, Tempe , Medical Lab Technician I (4 x 10s), Healthcare , Tempe, Arizona
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