Technician I, Water (Lab)

DAVITA

10d

About The Position

The Technician I, Water (Lab) position performs established routine and/or special technical procedures in one or more of the areas of Environmental Waters. This position also adheres to corporate standard policies and procedures related to job performance, customer interactions, teammate relations, and information confidentiality. This position reports to the Supervisor, Laboratory (Lab) About DaVita Laboratories DaVita Labs is a state-of-the-art clinical laboratory delivering timely, accurate lab results focused primarily on kidney care with a relentless commitment to quality. We serve more than 180,000 patients and perform 52 million renal tests annually. We make a difference. We enjoy what we do. Our teammates are best in class professionals who enjoy a challenging yet rewarding work environment where fun and hard work intermingle every day. From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual, it provides a community and a place to call home. As a labs teammate, you become a member of our community and you also become a citizen of something bigger, something great, and something unique - the DaVita Village. With the backing of the overall DaVita brand, we are on an exciting trajectory. Check out our short video to hear directly from teammates as to why YOU should join OUR Village! Here is what you can expect when you join our Village: • A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter. • Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average. • Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential. • Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions. • A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future. • Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Want to make an impact in Healthcare? Through science, technology, quality and education, we are committed to expanding discovery and empowering lives. This empowerment comes in many forms. From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual, it provides a community and place to call home. Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Requirements

0 to2 years experience
Must have High School Diploma
Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Two years clinical laboratory setting performing testing preferred
Associates degree in Biological sciences or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Processes water and dialysate tests from receipt in the laboratory to final result
Performs specimen receiving and processing
Sets up cultures and results water and dialysate cultures
Processes endotoxin specimens
Makes smears for gram stains for environmental waters
Processes and analyzes water samples for Chemistry trace metals
Reviews and releases results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Participates in required Proficiency testing
Performs and documents all calibration, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting according to established procedures
Ensures proper preparation, handling, storage, and inventory of reagents
Reviews workflow reports and reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technician
Ensures accurate and prompt test results are reported to the appropriate care giver, especially in critical or lifethreatening situations
Follows established policies and procedures to meet and exceed regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements
Practices infection control and safety precautions and keep a clean and organized work area
Maintains confidentiality of company’s records, clients, and personnel matters at all time as per policy
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most.
Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment.
Below are some of our benefit offerings.
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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