Laboratory Technician 1, Student Wellness [R0151575]

Nevada System of Higher Education•Las Vegas, NV

9d•$43,055•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a Laboratory Technician 1 for Student Wellness. This role involves performing venipuncture, collecting and processing laboratory specimens, completing requisitions, and performing waived and moderately complex tests. The technician will maintain quality control standards, report test results accurately and timely, and utilize computer skills for electronic health records and lab information systems. Responsibilities also include following up on test results, participating in quality assessment projects, operating laboratory equipment, applying standard precautions and infection control principles, interpreting guidelines, and maintaining cooperative working relationships. The position also requires recognizing and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of laboratory experience performing various laboratory procedures; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nevada State Office Lab Assistant or Lab Assistant License.
High school diploma.
Experience in clinical laboratory and phlebotomy acquired at a reference laboratory, hospital, military facility, or physician office.

Nice To Haves

Medical assisting experience.
Laboratory testing experience in a physician office laboratory.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture in compliance with Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Collect and process laboratory specimens in accordance with training and established policies and procedures.
Complete laboratory requisitions to ensure all relevant information is included and supporting documentation.
Perform waived and moderately complex tests in an accurate, precise, and timely manner and report test results in accordance with established policies and procedures and State and CLIA regulations.
Maintain laboratory quality control standards.
Report results in a timely and accurate manner according to policy and procedure.
Effectively utilize computer skills in clinical and lab areas: electronic health records and lab information system.
Follow-up on test results under the guidance of health care providers.
Participate in laboratory quality assessment projects.
Operate standard laboratory equipment and some specialized equipment.
Participate in continuing education and in-service programs.
Apply standard precautions, aseptic technique, and infection control principles.
Interpret, adapt, and apply written guidelines and procedures to standard work practices.
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with supervisor, team members, UNLV employees, other agencies, and the public.
Recognize and respond to emergencies in collaboration with the health care team.