Point of Care Lab Technician
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Point of Care Lab Technician performs waived laboratory tests in a remote or mobile setting and monitors reagent quality and instrument working condition. The role performs point-of-care testing, specimen collection and processing, quality-control activities, result entry and reporting, instrument maintenance, and related clerical and inventory duties. Testing areas may include Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular, and Coagulation. The position follows applicable safety protocols and handles laboratory hazards including blood-borne pathogens, biological materials, hazardous substances, and radioactive material. Appropriate training is provided, and staff must follow health and safety policies. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a stated pay range of $26.00–$32.00.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, with organizational skills.
- Accuracy and precision in completing prescribed tasks and treatments.
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive safely.
- Familiarity with laboratory processes and workflow.
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Any certification or licensure required by state requirements.
- For California only: qualify as testing personnel for waived testing, with at least a licensed medical laboratory technician or licensed vocational nurse qualification.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with phlebotomy and laboratory testing is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Receive specimens from phlebotomists and couriers.
- Operate a delivery van to bring the mobile lab to high-volume STAT testing areas when applicable.
- Enter patient demographics and test orders into the laboratory information system.
- Check quality control for each test before testing and reporting patient results; ensure QC is within limits and promptly escalate problems to a supervisor or manager.
- Perform point-of-care laboratory testing, potentially in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular, and Coagulation.
- Enter test results and confirm abnormal results before release; bring rare or improbable results to a supervisor or manager’s attention.
- Collect blood specimens, including venipuncture and capillary specimens.
- Process specimens and log requisitions as needed.
- Monitor the STAT board to help consistently meet STAT turnaround-time goals.
- Help maintain adequate supply inventory and document lot numbers with quality-control and specimen records as required by state requirements.
- Troubleshoot client, instrument, and computer problems as needed.
- Perform maintenance on automated instrumentation as needed.
- Record quality-control results and maintain QC records for all assays performed.
- Perform other tasks and procedures commensurate with education, training, and abilities.
- Perform clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification, and reporting of department testing.
- Follow safety protocols outlined in the safety manual and other health and safety policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
