Lab Technician - PRN

Surgery Partners Careers•Durango, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordination and management of Animas Surgical Hospital (ASH) in house lab operations. Reports to : Laboratory Supervisor | Director of Outpatient Services. Hourly range : $18.50 - $40.91 (posted hourly range excludes overtime and bonuses which are not guaranteed).

Requirements

Associates in Applied Science with MLT school or a Bachelor's in CLS or a biological science with MLT or MT Certification
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.
Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals
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 1 st day of scheduled work.
Animas Health is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.

Nice To Haves

Documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)
Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination
Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine
documented proof of immunization Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap)

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.
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 as to not interfere with testing, Coordinating and managing supply storage, ensuring supplies are received and stored according to manufacturer guidelines, and QC’d as received.
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.