Laboratory Processor - Pathology - Evening Shift

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Collects, labels, logs, and processes blood and other specimens. Checks quality of samples and specimens. Assembles supplies and equipment. Monitors lab incubator/refrigerator temperatures. Prepares specimens for referral to outside laboratories.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Completion of an accredited program in phlebotomy is preferred
• ASCP certification preferred
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Orders all appropriate tests in LIS system.
• Ensures the correct tubes and specimen containers have been submitted or collected for the appropriate test ordered and are labeled correctly.
• Ensures CAP, UMPA, and GLP (when appropriate ) guidelines are followed during processing procedures.
• Determines acceptability of specimens.
• Spins, separates, stores and distributes specimens to the appropriate area.
• Prepares specimens for reference labs according to laboratory protocol.
• Ensures specific guidelines are followed for various laboratory studies.
• Completes mandatory employee health, workers compensation, HR processes and other training and requirements in required time frame to ensure compliance with all FPI rules and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees