Chemistry Lead Laboratory Medical Technologist - $7500 Sign On Bonus - Hardin Memorial

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Job Description Summary:

Participates in the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical phases of patient testing. This includes specimen processing, collection and handling as well as test analysis and reporting. Performs routine and complex chemical and biological analysis of blood, tissue, body fluids and excretions of patients, which includes principles of human growth and development according to established laboratory guidelines. The patient specific population is defined in the department scope of service to which this position is assigned. Through understanding of the principles of the procedures, this position integrates, correlates, or evaluates the data obtained for the purpose of determining the validity of results as related to patients and standards.

Responsibilities And Duties:

a. Assesses the physical, psychological, developmental, age-related and cultural health dimension of patients while utilizing interview, observation and inspection techniques. Uses appropriate equipment for the age and condition of the patient when collecting specimens. b. Obtains blood from inpatients, outpatients, and nursing home patients to perform analysis. Involved in the collection or handling of other specimens such a body fluids, urine, stool, semen and throat culture samples for analysis, providing patient education as appropriate. c. Accurately applies the policy and procedures for patient and specimen identification during specimen collection, labeling and processing. d. Transports patient records and samples between laboratory, nursing stations, and nursing home facilities. Performs all related registration and order entry functions as needed, including LMRP evaluation, pre-registration functions and managed care procedures. e. Accurately processes orders using computerized or manual methods including the tests ordered and all other pertinent information as requested by the physician. Performs timely and accurate audits of this process. f. Follows established protocol in processing specimens that are shipped to reference laboratories. II. a. Performs immunological, chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic, serologic, and hematologic testing according to department policy and procedures. b. Operates, calibrates, and maintains instrumentation and equipment. c. Prepares reagents and control material as required for testing. d. Completes testing procedures in an efficient manner such that turnaround time policies are met and overtime is minimized. e. Recognizes problems, makes corrections, and applies backup procedures appropriately in the event that standard testing methods fail. Corrective action is initiated appropriate for the education and experience of the position. III. a. Required documentation of activity in each department is performed, including temperature logs, daily checklists, daily monitoring logs, pending logs, result review worksheets and the Laboratory Informant. b. Assists in maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and reagents, while minimizing waste and offering ideas for cost reductions. c. Requisitions are completed with accuracy. d. Verifies and releases test results using automated and manual methods. e. Critical value notification is performed and documented per policy. f. Follows all policy related to requests to phone or fax results and documents that action accordingly. IV. a. Performs daily quality control for analyses, test kits, or other testing reagent as required. b. Calibrates automated analyzers, or other equipment as required. c. Performs proficiency testing including CAP surveys and intra-laboratory testing as required. d. Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment as scheduled. e. Participates in annual competency programs within the laboratory. V. a. Coordinates and monitors the proficiency testing surveys, intra-laboratory proficiency surveys, and external quality assurance programs for the analysis and/or instrumentation in the respective areas, according to departmental policy. b. Develops and monitors the quality control program of the respective areas, including daily quality control, preventive maintenance, instrument and/or meth