Clinical Laboratory Technician

QuadMed • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

Creating a better way. It's more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It's our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential - at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better. QuadMed is seeking a Full Time Clinical Laboratory Technician to join our HII Family Health Center! Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM -6:00 PM with rotating Saturdays (every 3rd) from 8:00 AM -12:00 PM.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
• One (1) year of experience in a clinical laboratory environment preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Current board certification (ASCP or another recognized certifying board)
• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual a plus
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Performs patient and Quality Control (QC) testing, develops skills and maintains abilities in all assigned laboratory areas
• Maintains proper inventories and correctly uses supplies and reagents
• Performs advanced equipment troubleshooting and equipment maintenance
• Ensure necessary procedures are followed before utilizing equipment after service
• Workstations are restocked with supplies to maintain a consistent workflow
• Specimen status (pending log, problems, critical values, etc.) is communicated to the appropriate person(s)
• Participates in quality, safety, and compliance programs
• Performs phlebotomy: capillary punctures, and venipunctures as appropriate for patients of all ages requiring the procedure
• Follows established safety practices including biohazards, exposure control plan (blood-borne pathogens), infection control to include universal precautions, employee right to know (hazardous chemicals), and chemical hygiene standard
• Promotes effective working relationships as part of a team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Attends all in-service and continuing education as required by health and wellness center, policy, and licensure requirements
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment
• Maintains strict confidentiality of Personal Health Information and adheres to HIPAA regulations
• May be able to perform direct observations and do competency on other employees
• Other duties as assigned by the lab supervisor

Benefits

• 401(k)
• holidays
• vacations
• excellent benefits to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree