Preparatory Technician I​/II

## Preparatory Technician I/IIApply:
Springfield, Massachusetts:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R45017###

Summary:

Core level position. Applying a high level of skill and knowledge, performs a variety of duties involving the receipt, assessment, accessioning and preparation of patient specimens for analysis. Verifies specimen identity (type of specimen and patient information), and appropriateness of orders. Accurately accessions the specimen and orders in a laboratory information system and labels the specimen and associated testing components. Stocks supplies such as basic laboratory reagents and solutions and may perform certain staining techniques.

Archives specimens appropriately and/or ensures appropriate aliquots are delivered to other departments or reference laboratories for further testing as required. Able to file and deliver histological slides appropriately. Able to respond to most telephone and other inquiries for laboratory test information, referring calls to other staff as appropriate. Has high level of knowledge of basic laboratory testing, equipment and techniques.

Contributes to training of new staff and/or students. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures. May record basic quality control data.###
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* Job Responsibilities:

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** Verifies identity, source and appropriateness of specimen for the orders received. Serves as a resource to Prep Tech Level I staff and refers questions as required to the appropriate technical staff member. Accurately enters orders into Laboratory Information System and has good understanding of the computer systems utilized within service area. Ensures accurate labeling of specimen and any testing components with patient and test information.

Uses high level knowledge of specimen volume/quantity requirements to ensure that appropriate prioritization is applied to order of testing and allocation of specimen to other departments or reference laboratories. Communicates and collaborates with other services to ensure timely, accurate and appropriate specimen allocation and delivery among services.
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** Following departmental procedures and instructions, able to carry out most routine and specialized processing procedures on a variety of specimen types (blood, tissue and other) using manual or automated methods, ensuring proper specimen preservation during all steps (positive identification, time, temperature, sterility, etc.). Uses judgment to select appropriate materials and processing algorithms based upon specimen type and orders. May oversee the work of Prep Tech I staff.

Refers questions to the appropriate technical staff member.
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** May perform basic staining techniques such as Gram or other stains. May prepare basic laboratory reagents
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** Uses Personal Protective Equipment appropriately. Through training, has basic knowledge of hazardous chemicals (carcinogens, caustic agents, radioactive materials, and bio hazardous substances. Where required, uses aseptic or sterile technique in handling and preparing specimens. Ensures proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste. Per departmental protocols, properly cleans and decontaminates work surfaces and equipment.
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** Possesses high level knowledge of the laboratory equipment and supplies used in specimen processing, which may include centrifuges, processors, Isoplaters. autostainers. bacteriologic loops and incinerators, incubators, refrigerators and freezers. Applies good knowledge of troubleshooting skills. Responsible for using supplies within established outdates and for maintaining a clean organized and appropriately stocked workstation. Takes note of supply inventory and notifies appropriate staff member when supplies need to be ordered
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** Possesses high level…