Lab Processing Tech

DCH Health Care Authority•Tuscaloosa, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Processing Tech oversees processing of specimens received by the laboratory. The role evaluates specimen integrity, orders and aliquots specimens, and packages specimens for outside testing. It also performs clerical functions related to laboratory data entry, reporting, and posting laboratory reports. The position operates and maintains processor equipment, troubleshoots equipment as needed, supports the Laboratory Call Center Tech when needed, maintains supplies and documentation, and assists with training and workflow monitoring. The Lab Processing Tech is in charge of preanalytical operations when the Administrative Supervisor and Technical Specialist are absent. The role requires on-site physical presence and frequent interaction with Laboratory staff, other departments, and customers to resolve issues affecting patient care. Work may involve exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, laboratory chemicals, and hazardous materials, and requires use of common protective or safety equipment. The employee must perform duties safely, comply with DCH policies and standards, and be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school graduate or possess a GED certificate.
Must be able to operate general office equipment, appropriate laboratory equipment, and computers.
Demonstrate abilities in assigned responsibilities through successful completion of annual laboratory competency testing.
Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
Must have sufficient mobility to move about, including standing, reaching, stooping or crouching, bending, lifting, turning, and handling.
Able to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
Able to lift a maximum of 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing over 10 pounds.
Vision and hearing must be normal or corrected to within normal; normal color vision is required for tasks requiring color differentiation.
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical presence on site is essential.
Must be able to wear common protective or safety equipment.
Must be able to work with exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, laboratory chemicals, and hazardous material.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory work experience is preferable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Oversee processing of specimens received in the laboratory, including evaluating specimen integrity, ordering specimens, aliquotting specimens, and packaging specimens for outside testing.
Perform clerical functions for laboratory data entry, reporting, and posting laboratory reports.
Transport and receive specimens with knowledge of age-specific laboratory needs of patients.
Operate and perform maintenance on processor equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment as needed to ensure the analyzer is working properly.
Assist the Laboratory Call Center Tech when needed.
Perform clerical duties necessary to process laboratory specimens, reports, and logs.
Inventory and stock supplies; check, inspect, and ensure proper storage and handling.
Assist with employee counseling and guidance.
Complete documentation required for tasks performed.
Assist in training pre-analytical employees.
Assist in monitoring workflow in processing and referral testing areas.
Take charge of preanalytical operations in the absence of the Administrative Supervisor and Technical Specialist.
Maintain performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards outlined in the performance evaluation.
Perform compliance requirements and adhere to the Employee Handbook, DCH Behavioral Standards, and DCH Health System policies and procedures.
Perform essential job functions in a manner that ensures safety, identify and reduce unsafe practices, and take appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards.
Use electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and the intranet.
Interact with Laboratory staff and other departments in person, by telephone, or by email to resolve issues with patient care affected by laboratory testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.