Lab support tech

Riverside Health System•Smithfield, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor/ Manager/Director depending on the facility organizational chart. This position performs routine and special laboratory specimen collections, handling and distributions according to established protocols and standard operating procedures assuring collection of the appropriate specimen in correct container with appropriate labeling. The position is also responsible for explaining specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients, nurses, physicians, etc. The Laboratory Support Tech III may also be responsible for performing patient EKG's, traveling to other patient off-sight locations to collect blood and transporting of specimens back to the lab depending on work site assignment. The Laboratory Support Tech III must maintain patient confidentiality and properly identify patients according to guidelines set forth by the facility (i.e. Patient Safety Goals). This position is responsible for maintaining proper inventory in the department and for keeping appropriate stock levels in collection basket. The Laboratory Support Tech III receives, labels, performs advanced specimen processing, and distributes specimens to the appropriate work area in preparation for laboratory analysis. This position registers patients into the information systems and orders the appropriate tests as requested by the provider. The Laboratory Support Tech III is also responsible for printing, monitoring, and distributing patient reports to proper locations if this function is performed at the facility. The Laboratory Support Tech III is required to follow all quality control and quality assurance guidelines established in the department to include accurate performance of job duties with proper documentation. The Laboratory Support Tech III is responsible for effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental communications to include such items as shift-to-shift "hand off", pending collection inquiries resolutions, etc. The position helps to maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet all Standards for accreditation from College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV, State, OSHA, CLIA, etc. The Laboratory Support Tech III assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Direct patient care and/or phlebotomy experience

Nice To Haves

Program Graduate, Phlebotomy or Lab Specimen training program

Responsibilities

Performs routine and special laboratory specimen collections, handling and distributions according to established protocols and standard operating procedures.
Assures collection of the appropriate specimen in correct container with appropriate labeling.
Explains specimen collection procedures and instructions to patients, nurses, physicians, etc.
May perform patient EKG's, travel to other patient off-sight locations to collect blood and transport specimens back to the lab.
Maintains patient confidentiality and properly identifies patients.
Maintains proper inventory in the department and keeps appropriate stock levels in collection baskets.
Receives, labels, performs advanced specimen processing, and distributes specimens to the appropriate work area.
Registers patients into the information systems and orders appropriate tests.
Prints, monitors, and distributes patient reports.
Follows all quality control and quality assurance guidelines.
Maintains effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental communications.
Helps maintain a constant state of readiness in the department to meet accreditation standards.
Assists in the training of new and existing personnel as well as students.
Demonstrates accuracy in laboratory specimen collection, and handling based on orders including collection requirements, containers, volumes, techniques, scheduling, preservatives, patient instructions, distribution.
Performs job duties accurately and timely to ensure quality patient care.
Maintains a safe environment by complying with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support the National Patient Safety Goals and Quality Initiatives.
Performs patient identification and labeling functions accurately.
Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions.
Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve variances or suspected non-compliance reporting to management.
Collaborates with providers, office staff, nurses, care givers and other team members involved in the care of the patient to provide for the specialized needs of the patient.