Lead Lab Tech KAL

Full time. 40 hours week. Day shift. 600-1630 w rotating weekend rotation

Performs a variety of laboratory tests and assays in accordance with established policies procedures and regulations in designated technical department. May interpret most results subject to verification by Technologist Supervisor. Assists in training and orientation of personnel as assigned.

MISSION VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION We deliver outstanding care inspire health and connect with heart.

VALUES Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

SERVICE GOALS Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license certification registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS CPR and other certifications as required by position department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions protective equipment and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
• Commitment to Beacons six-point Operating System referred to as The Beacon Way:
• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Administrative:
• Answer telephones
• Maintain logs records
• Organizational skills
• Proficiency with numbers
• Research information
• Time management
• Train employees
• Use computerized databases
• Written and verbal communications
• Machine:
• Personal computer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Speech clarity
• Utilization of fingers and hands
• Standing - remaining on ones feet in an upright position
• Sitting - remaining in the normal seated position
• Handling - seizing holding grasping
• Moderate physical effort up to 30 pounds
• Must comply with applicable safety procedures

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTY

• Hazardous Chemical Waste Management:
• Proper identification of known hazardous material in the work place
• The knowledge of personal protection measures
• The avoidance of accidents
• The knowledge of hazardous waste characteristics
• Hazardous waste volume generation limits
• Accumulation limits
• Spill control measures
• Record keeping
• Proper handling and container management
• Labeling container and storage inspection

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Possible exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens
• Regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases
• Must comply with applicable safety procedures

VISION REQUIREMENTS

• Far acuity - ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more
• Near acuity - ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
• Depth perception - ability to judge distance and space relationships
• Color vision - ability to distinguish and identify different colors

LICENSE

• Certification
• Education Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent but prefer an Associates Degree and meet licensing to qualify for Technician w4-6 lab mana years of experience.