Laboratory Care Technician

Fairview Health Services•Woodbury, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview is seeking a Laboratory Care Technician at M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital. This part-time, benefit-eligible position is scheduled for 56 hours per two-week pay period. Shifts include weekday evenings from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and overnight shifts from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Hours and schedules may vary or change based on departmental needs. The Woodwinds Laboratory serves a hospital of more than 80 beds and patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. Its service lines include Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine, Oncology, and general surgery, offering a broad generalist laboratory experience. The Laboratory Care Technician provides professional, proficient service to patients, families, and coworkers in keeping with M Health Fairview values. The role includes collecting specimens at M Health Fairview and outreach locations; handling specimens safely and securely; performing point-of-care testing; accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and related subsystems; monitoring computer logs; scheduling tests and procedures; and providing results in laboratory or hospital systems and by phone. The technician may work independently or as part of a team and supports quality improvement and departmental goals.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Complete a formal phlebotomy education program, or have completed three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience, or be enrolled in an MLT or MLS program and have completed a phlebotomy course.
Demonstrate competence and proficient skills in collecting blood samples.
Have a successful customer service background in a diverse cultural setting.
Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
Demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Demonstrate manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Prior laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic setting in a similar capacity.

Responsibilities

Obtain biological specimens and perform procedures according to established guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform phlebotomy at various sites and communicate special specimen-handling requirements.
Use appropriate communication skills to meet patient, family, and customer needs.
Perform point-of-care and/or waived testing; may perform EKGs.
May train others in phlebotomy skills and mentor or teach students.
Ensure specimens are acceptable for testing and properly identified.
Process specimens before testing or sending them to reference laboratories.
Perform daily quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
Monitor inventory, order supplies, and restock supplies.
Prioritize work to support optimal patient outcomes and complete assigned work.
Transport blood and body fluids safely, promptly, and under proper conditions.
Seek assistance appropriately for problems or unusual situations.
Accurately enter and release order and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and subsystems.
Monitor computer logs for incomplete work.
Schedule tests and procedures.
Provide results in LIS/HIS and report results by phone.
Acquire additional computer skills as appropriate to the work area.
Support and adhere to the laboratory quality assurance program.
Maintain a safe work environment, follow safety protocols, and follow infection control guidelines.
Respond appropriately to emergent situations.