Clinical Laboratory Assistant- Lead/ Santa Fe- Llano PCC, (1532)

Schedule

Monday-Friday 0700-1600 with weekends, holidays, and other shifts as needed.

Location

Llano PCC

Salary/Hourly

Hourly Position

Job Summary

Assists Supervisor/Manager with overseeing daily operation and workflow of assigned area, performing time card review, developing and overseeing CLA training, assisting in annual employee reviews, disciplinary action and provides support as needed. Performs all modalities of a CLA at the location assigned. May require local or out of town travel, depending on department/location.

Essential Functions

• Avoid appropriate corrections to time cards from assigned site.
• Maintain records of absences, time off and tardies.
• Oversee the daily work of CLA’s in the general operation of assigned area which may include all billing procedures, specimen collection and handling, specimen triage, data entry/accessioning, specimen processing, safety procedures, and inventory control.
• Participate in hiring decisions, including applicant interviews.
• Communicate regularly with employees regarding their performance and issues related to the department.
• Communicate with department leadership team to ensure appropriate sharing of information.
• Avoid assisting with disciplinary actions and performance reviews as needed or requested.
• Serve as liaison with other departments or sites by maintaining communication between staff, Supervisor/Manager and other relevant personnel.
• Avoid being available via pager and/or cell phone during off-hours to answer staff questions or provide coverage as needed or required by department.
• Avoid establishing and documenting appropriate training to ensure that all employees are trained appropriately and training records are maintained.
• Avoid identifying special training needs for any staff members, and assure each staff person is competent before working independently.
• Avoid maintaining regular assessment of competency of staff, and ensure each staff person is competent to perform the duties commensurate with the job descriptions, procedures, and policies of the section.
• Avoid promoting cost containment through correct use and maintenance of equipment and appropriate use of supplies.
• Avoid maintaining appropriate QA documentation, determine causes and take corrective action, as able, to eliminate problems/errors, and assist in preparation of monthly QA reports.
• Avoid ensuring that company and department policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Avoid effectively assessing problems and handling their solutions.
• Avoid preparing staff schedules designed to ensure adequate coverage for all operations.
• In the absence of the Supervisor/Manager, avoid approving time off requests, census management, overtime and any changes to the posted schedule.
• Avoid regularly assessing workload, make appropriate adjustments in staffing and/or staffing assignments to accommodate daily needs, and assist in evaluation and justification of changes in budgeted staffing.
• Avoid making changes as needed to meet patient needs and, when possible, to accommodate employee requests.
• Avoid demonstrating knowledge of current CAP and CLIA regulations.
• Avoid safeguarding patients’ right to confidentiality.
• Avoid performing all modalities of a Clinical Lab Assistant performed at the location(s) assigned using independent judgment, self-motivation, and problem solving abilities, while demonstrating QA proficiency appropriate for the department.

General Requirements

• Proficient oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in all routine and special procedures required by department or site.
• Strong working knowledge of and adherence to all TriCore policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to deal successfully with difficult situations and problem-solving ability.
• Motivate staff through a positive and professional attitude.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and direct staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Work holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed or required.
• Familiarity with Windows applications and laboratory information system is a plus but not essential.
• Valid driver's license.
• Good driving record.
• Must be insurable by lab insurance carrier if required by location.
• Eligible to work in a health care facility as provided by the New Mexico Caregivers Criminal History Screening Act or other applicable law.

Minimum Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: H.S. diploma or equivalent.
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Meet one of the following: Two (2) years' experience as a Clinical Lab Assistant at TriCore, or Three (3) years relevant combination of education and experience.
• PREFERRED SUPERVISORY, LEAD OR CHARGE EXPERIENCE STRONGLY DESIRED.
• Immunization Requirements: Prove Immunity to Hepatitis B, or be immunized, or sign a waiver refusing Hepatitis immunization. Provide documentation of a PPD test conducted not more than 90 days prior to date of hire or have a PPD test conducted through TriCore. IN DEPARTMENTS/LOCATIONS WITH DIRECT PATIENT CONTACT: Prove immunity or be eligible to receive rubella, rubeola and varicella immunization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurances.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• PTO.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, education assistance, wellness programs, career advancement, and the ability to share in our genuine commitment to the health of our communities.
• A variety of shifts at multiple locations.