Job Summary
Under limited supervision, perform routine and specialized tests in assigned laboratory sections. Monitor lab processes and verify results. With six years of experience, you may direct daily activities in the absence of the supervisor, following hospital, laboratory, and departmental policies and procedures, as well as relevant infection control policies.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct clinical analyses for routine, special, and automated tests. Observe reactions and make qualitative or quantitative analyses. Recognize abnormal values and take proper action.
- Perform, document, interpret, and troubleshoot quality control.
- Resolve problems and perform preventative maintenance on laboratory instrumentation. Investigate technical issues and consult the supervisor if policy or procedure modifications are needed.
- Verify and post results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) or on appropriate reports.
- Perform related LIS computer functions such as entry, verification, retrieval of results, and special workload recording.
- Obtain laboratory specimens directly from patients, selecting appropriate equipment based on the patient's age and type of testing ordered.
- Engage in continuing education to maintain professional competence and license.
- Participate in the practical and clinical training of students and new employees.
- Evaluate and perform new testing methods and procedures.
- For those with six or more years of experience, act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the supervisor.
- Supervise laboratory activities in the absence of the supervisor, if experienced and competent.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Experience
- Up to three years of direct experience.
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Communication (verbal & written)
- Continuous Learning
- Initiative
- Judgement/Critical Thinking
- Planning (Organizing, Time Management)
- Problem Solving
- Quality
- Reliability
- Technical Expertise
Preferred Skills & Experience
- One year of experience working in a clinical laboratory.
Schedule Notes
Primarily rotational mid-shift coverage. Hours can vary depending on coverage needs. The average schedule is Monday through Friday, 1pm-9:30pm, but could be 11am-7pm or 3pm-11:30pm if second shift coverage is needed. Proficiency in all areas of the lab, including blood bank, is required.