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Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Responsible for supporting the laboratory's technical professionals and technicians in the performance of clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory testing. Education Qualifications* High School Diploma / GED Required Experience Qualifications* 1 year Phlebotomy or laboratory experience. Preferred
Skills and Abilities:- Follows all OSHA guidelines and hospital and laboratory safety procedures. (Required proficiency)* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work, particularly during busy times. (Required proficiency)* Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. (Required proficiency)* Knowledge of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures. (Preferred proficiency)* Ability to follow directions accurately. (Required proficiency)* Strong attention to detail. (Required proficiency)
What you will do:- Reviews, clarifies and verifies healthcare provider orders for laboratory tests. Orders tests and receives specimen in the electronic health record. Follows protocols for patient and specimen identification.* Understands the basics of specimen collection and complications that can impact analytical results. Communicates specimen collection information directly to healthcare providers and patients as needed.* Understands specimen integrity and acceptability of a specimen for testing. Processes specimens according to correct protocol--centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, transport, special handling considerations (time, temperature, and light). Evaluates for proper type and adequate volume of specimen. Files slides and blocks accurately and according to procedure.* Distributes specimens and/or prepared slides to the appropriate testing personnel/section.* Acts as a support person for internal and external customers with regards to problem solving. Answers questions regarding test orders and specimen requirements.* Monitors supplies and inventory for area of responsibility. Cleans and maintains specimen processing and testing benches and equipment.* Supports testing in assigned departments. May include (1) Preparation, labeling and staining of slides (manually and/or automated); (2) Microbiology set-up/plating; (3) Preparation of reagents, standards and controls; (4) Running analytical instruments under the supervision of technical staff; (5) Performing quality control and/or routine maintenance on equipment.* Alert to sources of error. Determine duplicate and incorrectly ordered tests. Follows procedures for confirmation of frequently misordered tests.* Package specimens per International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations and facilitates transfer of specimens/slides/blocks to primary and/or reference laboratories.* Supports and provides training to new team members as directed. Required for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options* Position is Not Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability* On-Site; No RemoteScope* No Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour* Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Rarely less than 1 hour* Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Handling: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Hearing: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Pulling: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Pushing: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Repetitive Motions: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Sitting: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour* Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours
Working Conditions:- Chemical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour* Electrical: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour* Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Mechanical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Noise/Sounds: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Comments: Occasionally works with weak acidic and basic chemicals. Some positions work with formalin and other preservative chemicals.
