PRN Med Lab Technician

Responsibilities include:

• Obtains, labels, and delivers laboratory specimens in accordance with universal precaution standards.
• Prioritizes, performs, and reports results of laboratory tests within established time frames and procedures.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Performs and documents troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations, and problem solving activities to meet regulatory requirements.
• Recognizes abnormal results and refers them to the appropriate personnel.
• Displays professionalism at all times, communicating with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other departments. Participates in team oriented decision making processes.
• Observes opportunities for improvement and communicates these ideas with the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as directed by the lead tech or manager.
• Serves as a role model to new employees by answering questions and helping familiarize new employees to the policies of the department/hospital.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures; including objectives related to safety, environmental, infection control, and quality assurance. Participates in educational programs as required.

Basic Clarke County Hospital (CCH) Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates Clarke County Hospital Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to hospital policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g., Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

• 2 years:
  General Clinical Laboratory experience
• New Grad

• Medical Lab Technician (Required)

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