Lab Technician - PRN

Surgery Partners, Inc • Durango, CO

5d • $19 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordination and management of Animas Surgical Hospital (ASH) in house lab operations.

Requirements

• Associates in Applied Science with MLT school or a Bachelor's in CLS or a biological science with MLT or MT
• MLT or MT (ASCP) preferred.
• Position regularly requires use of hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to use computer keyboard and mouse and lab instrumentation.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.
• Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals
• Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination
• Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine
• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months
• Vaccine records or evidence of immunity are required prior to 1st day of scheduled work.
• Animas Health is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing and analysis according to ASH lab policies and procedures.
• In coordination with the OR staff, is responsible for collecting, logging, and transferring all laboratory specimens, including cultures and pathology in the OR department.
• Performs daily and as needed QC and QA as trained.
• Coordinates API testing at direction of Technical Consultant.
• Ensures accuracy and maintenance of competency and proficiency testing records and documentation.
• Ensures accuracy and maintenance of documentation of QC and validation studies.
• Ensures test results and QC are being documented appropriately, with required initials, date and time.
• Identifies problems that may affect testing or reporting of results.
• Investigates reported or identified lab deficiencies or issues and provides summary of findings to Dept Director for review and follow up.
• Oversees and manages lab supply and inventory tracking including tracking use and expirations, ordering in a timely manner, and coordinating and managing supply storage.
• Coordinates with IT and vendors to set up, validate and troubleshoot EHR lab instrument interfaces.
• Works with ASH clinical departments, lab personnel, and contracted lab services to optimize specimen workflow.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
• Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day to day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues. Adheres to Confidentiality Policy.
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment. Is a positive example to co-workers. Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.
• Promotes team spirit and cohesiveness.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Education and Tuition benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts
• Additional optional benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree