Specimen Processor , Wdl; Part Time - 2Nd Shift

SPECIMEN PROCESSOR I, WDL; FULL TIME - 2ND SHIFT

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SPECIMEN PROCESSOR I, WDL; FULL TIME - 2ND SHIFT - 158338

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MILWAUKEE | ALLIED HEALTH | FULL TIME 1.0

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Description

Come join our team of innovative and unparalleled lab and support staff! Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network, which is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Patient care is our top priority, from test orders to transportation of specimens to reporting of test results.

We perform over five million tests annually with test capabilities that match the largest labs in the world, providing expert academic care in every community. We combine our robust test directory and expert faculty and staff with compassionate patient care and unparalleled logistical support. WDL specializes in delivering comprehensive, clinical laboratory services to clients ranging from large tertiary care centers to small community practices.

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for vacancies without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or other category protected under applicable law. WDL will reasonably accommodate the disabilities of qualified applicants to permit them to perform the essential functions of the subject position.

Thank you for considering a career with Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories!

Location:

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MILWAUKEE at our WI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES facility.

FTE: 1.0

Standard

Hours:

40.00

• Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of .8 - 1.0 are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of .5 - .799 are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits

Shift: 2nd shift (2:30 pm - 11:00 pm; weekend & holiday rotations required).

Summary

Performs pre-analytical log-in and processing functions of the department on a daily basis for patients serviced by the outreach clinics.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen interface log in for inpatient units and clinics (Hospital) or for outreach clinics (Ambulatory). Accurately labels specimens according to policy and procedure with no documented mislabels. Includes initials on all specimens labeled by processor. Consistently meets the productivity defined and set forth by the department leader.
• Identifies samples with incomplete, inaccurate or ambiguous information and follows up with client services or by creating a clear and concise CSHOLD.
• Uses resources available to define test mnemonics, sample stability and processing requirements.
• Interprets the Client Database, understanding when to use and where to find pertinent information.
• Performs specimen processing according to policy and procedure. Verifies identity of mother tube and aliquot tube before performing manual aliquoting of patient samples using lab labels and test directory. Including operating the centrifuges, pipetting samples, accurately labeling samples including initials on all processed samples, and follows processing guidelines to ensure specimen stability.
  * Schedules appointments and releases pending orders in Laboratory Information System (LIS) according to policy and procedure.
• Follows policy and procedure for cart runner, specimen delivery and/or transporter assignments, accurately picking up and/or delivering samples or blood products to the correct testing department or hospital area in a timely manner.
• Triages and adheres to special handling and time sensitive specimens.
• Participates in and successfully completes all competency assessments/challenges specific to this position. The specific departments maintains records documenting and substantiating competency and/or improvement plans.
• Performs additional duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
  Allomap/Study processing, Transport, In Sort Triage, Pneumatic Tube System usage, specimen disposal, packaging and assembly of biohazard boxes, scanning racks into storage tracking system, emptying recycling, stocking labels, disinfecting work stations, assisting other departments with pre-analytical tasks, when needed, etc.
  * Performs in charge duties for the shift (after discussing this with the staff member), adjusting assignments as needed. Escalates any patient concerns to Client Services and leaders as appropriate. Completes and emails shift Ops-report to leaders.
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing, addresses all inquiries, requests, and concerns thoroughly, following through positively and appropriately. Timely informs leadership of issues or concerns.
• Performs…