Lab Clinical Supt Tech III

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Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500230 Flow/Bone Marrow Lab

Work Shift:

Range:

UR URCB 205 H

Compensation Range:

$20.31 - $27.42

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Performs a diversity of technical assignments which are broadly outlined, require some theoretical insight and occasionally require the interpretation of results. Exercises complex skill and judgment, and knowledge of the principles and methods of a technical field.

Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the section supervisor and with specific direction from the lead tech, this position has primary responsibility for pre-analytical processing of patient specimens and ensuring the non-licensed technical work in the Flow Cytometry lab is performed. Exercises moderate skill, judgement and a knowledge of the terminology and procedures and practices of Medical Technology in the Flow Cytometry laboratory. This responsibility will include handling specimens so that integrity is maintained, accessioning specimens, couriering specimens and biopsy supplies within SMH, providing ancillary support during marrow biopsy procedures, and general clinical tasks. In addition, this individual will support the licensed technical staff by maintaining inventory levels, monitoring and recording temperatures, performing weekly maintenance and additional clerical duties as needed. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED: Under supervision of the Flow Cytometry Supervisor. Takes direction from Medical Technologists in the absence of the section supervisor. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXCERCISED: None MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment such as multi-feature ACD telephone, PC, copier, printer, scanner, fax machine, and the like. Software systems such as Laboratory Information System (LIS), Hospital Information System (HIS), and related software applications JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Accessions specimens using SoftLab and SoftPath Data entry using SoftLab and SoftPath LIS systems Uses advanced knowledge of specimen requirements and stability and knowledge of test menu to prioritize handling of stat/urgent specimens and those needing special handing. Works with a variety of health care providers to troubleshoot problem specimens and to clarify correct test selection. Provides problem resolution for sample handling: missing information, split samples, sample retrievals, misdirected samples, and requests for additional samples. Independently follows up on all problems and discrepancies as needed. Provides ancillary support during marrow biopsy procedures Maintains and performs inventory counts of laboratory supplies, reagents and ensures appropriate levels of stock, places orders for inventory when necessary. Maintain list of items routinely used including catalog number, current pricing and shippable numbers. Follow up on order discrepancies and problems, including correction of vendor errors, backorder resolution, price changes and discontinued items. Labeling and aliquoiting antibodies May deliver specimens and biopsy supplies within SMH Participates in general rotation of assigned tasks that ensure cleanliness of analytical and preparative parts of the laboratory Performs weekly maintenance such as changing water, bleach, scrape freezer, etc. Monitors, maintains and records temperatures. Conducts initial assessment and works with technical team and Supervisor to troubleshoot out of range conditions and documents all corrective actions. Imports and formats addenda and templates for reports in SoftPath Clerical duties as needed. Performs other responsibilities and projects as assigned. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to maintain a friendly and courteous professional manner at all times. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with co-workers and customers. Excellent computer and organizational skills. GENERAL REQU