Laboratory Technician

The Laboratory Technician performs tasks to support the laboratory technical staff in the areas of specimen procurement, specimen processing and some basic lab testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Labels specimens accurately and distributes them to the appropriate personnel to ensure specimen integrity.

* Accession specimens accurately into the EMR system using prescribed laboratory guidelines.

* Processes specimens and prepares them for shipping and testing.

* Tracks all specimen samples in EMR system for inventory purposes, as required.

* Conducts supply inventory and stocks the lab with appropriate materials.

* Assists in the care and maintenance of lab work area, furnishings and equipment.

* Follows test requirements of laboratory and ensures samples are appropriate for testing.

* Disposes of all laboratory wastes following OSHA and lab guidelines.

* Acts as a back-up for Ancillary Medical Assistants, performing Ancillary Medical Assistant duties, as directed.

* Performs limited testing (urine drug screen), as directed.

* Maintains knowledge of, and complies with CLIA, Company and any other applicable policies and procedures.

* Adheres to Infection Control, Safety and OSHA standards as specified by CLIA, and Company standards.

* Perform job in accordance with Company Mission, vision, and goals.

* Exercise confidentiality in all areas, abiding by HIPAA rules and regulations.

* Properly maintains the lab and work areas.

* Accurately and efficiently completes assigned daily tasks by end of each day.

* Accurately maintains and organizes specimens for immediate retrieval and testing.

* Participate in and complete all required trainings and in-services.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School Diploma, or equivalent.

* Must have knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook).

* Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, including exceptional customer service.

* Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with doctors, clinical staff, other co-workers and the public.

* Must be able to work individually as well as within a team.

* Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.

* Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

* Must be able to respond with patience and understanding during stressful conditions related to patient health and emergent situations.

* Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.

* Must demonstrate extreme attention to detail.

* Must possess strong organization skills.

* Must be able to problem solve and use reasoning.

* Must be able to meet predefined quality standards.

* Must maintain and project a professional attitude and appearance at all time.

* Must have a working knowledge of the healthcare field and medical specialty, as well as medical terminology.

* All staff are expected to have a strong desire to provide excellent customer service; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own professional performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Medical Lab Technician certification.

* One (1) year of prior experience working in a laboratory.

* One (1) year of prior experience working with a Laboratory Information System (LIS).

Driving/Travel:

The employee must have reliable transportation. While the primary workplace may be closest to the employees home, work assignments could be in any of the Companys locations.