AHMC Healthcare

Technician, Clinical Lab

Posted Date 1 year ago(2/1/2023 6:30 PM)
Requisition ID
req17822
Facility
Whittier Medical Center
# of Openings
1
Shift
Variable
Category
Laboratory
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

Able to work in all basic functions of a CLS in the main lab, blood bank and microbiology.  Performs quality control procedures for routine and stat testing of patient samples.  Maintains records; performs and records instrument maintenance; troubleshooting instrument and sample problems; regularly utilizes the lab computer for various aspects of daily work; verifies completion of work using the computer.  Able to work independently in a generalist capacity while adhering to standard lab practices.  

Responsibilities

Regularly performs laboratory procedures in one or more of the scientific sections of the Clinical Lab

a) As a specialist; performs all routine and other procedures.  b)  As a float; performs all routine procedures.  c) Correct procedures done and 100% accuracy within procedure limits, and turnaround as stated in the procedure manual. d)  Sets priorities for the workload to assure that we meet out TAT standards for our ER Initiative.

Performs necessary quality control procedures and maintains records. Performs and records instrumentation

a) 100% compliance with QC protocols for running controls and accepting results.  b) The supervisor is always notified of out of control, discrepant or unexpected results in a timely manner.  c) Records are accurate and up to date. d) 100% compliance with instrument maintenance procedures.

Participates in training of new employees

a.)  Participation as instructed by supervisor. b.)  Able to complete their assignments while closely supervising the trainee. c.) Ensures that the department is properly supervised when assigned the responsibilities of the In-Charge CLS

Performs other clinical and clerical duties as needed.

a) Demonstrates the ability and willingness to perform clerical functions at the reception area. b) Able to log in specimens without errors c) All tests completed are properly charged. d) Maintains records in the Laboratory accurately and to Joint Commission Standards. e) Able to take the lead in the front office if necessary and manage the staff when in charge. f)  Checks in Pathology specimens, corrects any incomplete orders and verifies proper preservatives.

Regularly utilizes the laboratory computer for various aspects of daily work. Verifies completion of work by various computer programs.

 a) Familiar with all pertinent computer procedures and contingency procedures. b) Verifies that all assigned work is completed 100% of the time.

Communicates with nursing and other hospital personnel, regarding laboratory procedures, results, etc.

 

 

 

a)  Communicates in a clear, courteous and professional manner.

Qualifications

  1. Minimum Education: COLLEGE GRADUATE WITH MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP OR CALIFORNIA APPROVED ALTERNATIVE LICENSING PATHWAY
  2. Minimum Experience: 2 YEARS ACUTE HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED, ASCP CERTIFICATION PREFERRED
  3. Required Certification/Registration: CA LICENSED CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST OR CLINICAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST PREFERRED.

Required: All licenses are kept current during employment

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