Lead Med. Technician - FT Days 9am-5:30pm
About The Position
Supervises the laboratory’s blood bank department and performs all duties of a CLS. The CLS supports operation of the hospital clinical laboratory by overseeing and performing routine and STAT tests, taking responsibility for result accuracy and appropriate documentation of patient, quality control, and maintenance data, and consulting with nursing and medical staff as needed. The role monitors section functions and assists in developing and revising policies and procedures. The position provides coverage, as needed, on all shifts and supervises shift operations across the laboratory. This includes planning and staffing, organizing and assigning duties and responsibilities to testing and support personnel, performance evaluations and competency assessment, performance management, problem solving, equipment maintenance, quality control and review, orientation and in-service training, and other assigned projects.
Requirements
- At least 6 years of experience as a CLS.
- A valid, current Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
- BCLS card (AHA) within 90 days of hire.
- Proficiency in written and oral communication.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Ability to work well under supervision and in times of stress.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent, is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the laboratory’s blood bank department and perform all duties of a CLS.
- Oversee and perform routine and STAT laboratory tests.
- Ensure accuracy of results and appropriate documentation of patient, quality control, and maintenance data.
- Consult with nursing and medical staff as needed.
- Monitor section functions and assist in developing and revising policies and procedures.
- Provide coverage, as needed, on all shifts and supervise shift operations, including planning, staffing, organizing, and assigning duties and responsibilities.
- Conduct performance evaluations and competency assessments, performance management, problem solving, equipment maintenance, quality control and review, and orientation/in-service activities.
- Verify the patient’s name and medical record number before collecting a specimen or performing a test.
- Reject unsuitable specimens and document the reasons.
- Perform and document calibration, quality control, and preventive maintenance procedures to validate the accuracy and precision of instruments or testing protocols.
- Report instrument problems on the Action Taken form and document actions taken to resolve instrument or reagent problems.
- Perform start-up and shut-down procedures at the beginning and end of the shift.
- Follow laboratory policies when performing requested tests on various instruments.
- Compare present test results with previous results and resolve or verify differences before verifying results.
- Respond to abnormal values or flags according to laboratory policy before verifying results.
- Perform proficiency testing within departmental guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
