Job Description
Description POSITION SUMMARY: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: processes all patient test request to include verifying the correct identity of all specimens, evaluating specimen quality, proper specimen collection site, proper specimen collection data and time, preparing specimens for testing if required and distributing to appropriate testing areas. Performs laboratory procedures ( Ex. Order entry of all tests using LIS, recognizing and resolving problems, responds to hospital and computer down times, identify and separate specimens to be referred to outside laboratories, and monitor the computerize tube system) according to established and approved protocols, which require the limited exercise of independent judgment and interpretation. These procedures are performed directly under the supervision of the licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist personnel. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. This is a union position. Essential Job Functions Biological specimen collection including: patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, inoculation, subculturing or staining, transportation and storage of specimens, receives, collects and delivers to appropriate departments. Preparation and storage of reagents and culture media. Assist in laboratory housekeeping, disinfection and waste segregation processes. Assisting and performance of other clerical functions necessary to the operation of the laboratory. For one or more of the seven (7) disciplines: Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Coagulation, Urinalysis/Body Fluids, and Serology, perform the following: Performs All Pre-Analytical Responsibilities Confirms completeness of the test requisition and tests orders. Verifies specimens are labeled accurately and that minimal labeling requirements are met. Verifies specimen type and integrity, identifies, researches and corrects routine problems. Checks for specimen source or site for microbiology samples Verifies specimen collection date and time. Checks for duplication collections. Example: One blood culture set per draw site. Accessions specimens into the laboratory computer system, recording accurate collection time and specimen. Prepares specimens for analysis while maintaining correct and complete identification and using appropriate centrifuge methods to ensure specimen quality. Follows through and documents non-blood specimen collection, prepares collection material, measures specimens, records and forwards pertinent information necessary for the accurate calculation of the test results. Biological specimen collection, including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, inoculation, subculturing or staining and transportation and storage of specimens. Prepare specimens and paperwork for referral testing. Monitor and operate Computerized Tube System. Empty carriers promptly. Utilizes materials and procedures required for quality control of testing processes adhering to established laboratory protocol and/or Westgard rules under the supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Utilizes materials and procedures required for calibration of the testing processes adhering to established laboratory protocol. Performs All Analytical Responsibilities Analyze specimens following standard methods and procedures. Perform testing in accordance with assigned section policies and procedures under the supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Assists with testing in all departments as necessary to maintain optimum processing of results. Demonstrates ability to set priorities. Adheres to laboratory policy concerning STAT testing, delta checks, critical values and abnormal values. Telephones or faxes results, as appropriate, within the acceptable period only after competency has been documented by the Administrative Director. Makes decisions involving test validity, monitoring testing for deviation from acceptable limits, is able to initiate retesting when required and alerts Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Supervisor, or Administrative Director of errors or shortcomings in the testing processes. Responds to changes in work as required, assisting with testing in all laboratory departments as necessary to maintain optimum processing of results. Must know down time procedure for both the computer and instrumentation and the process for reporting computer problems on the off shifts. Must be familiar with send out procedures for after