Lead Lab Support Technician
Saint Luke's Health System•Lee's Summit, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Collects patient samples using best practices for phlebotomy. Documents receipt of patient samples in Lab Information System (LIS) and prepares them for analysis. As a Lead LST, this individual has additional accountability for assigned administrative tasks or projects and serving as a role model for the LST group in the department.
Requirements
- Phlebotomy Certification, ASCP or HNA (required) within 9 months of hire
Responsibilities
- Collects patient specimens in accordance with laboratory's policy, procedures and regulatory standards.
- Correlates patient samples to provider laboratory test orders in the LIS/EMR.
- Performs and reports Point of Care laboratory testing as required.
- Uses education and experience to identify and resolve patient circumstances that may interfere with accurate sample collection.
- Trains new employees and precepts phlebotomy students.
- Assists with competency evaluations.
- Manages supply ordering and inventory levels.
- Manages and directs staff scheduling, as assigned.
- Serves as a resource for staff to resolve problems or issues that may impact patient care.
- Participates in performance improvement activities, as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
