Laboratory Technician 3

About the role

Laboratory Technician 3 position with Henry County Health Department, District 4 Public Health, located at 135 Henry Parkway, McDonough, GA 30253. Under broad supervision, performs routine analysis on lab samples, conducts full range of sample preparation, performs routine to complex laboratory tests, operates and assists in maintaining lab equipment, and may perform EKGs. All District 4 Public Health employees are deemed essential and may be called to participate in emergency response activities such as staffing shelters, specimen points of collection, or points of distribution.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service to all customers.
• May serve as the clinic CLIA manager.
• Leads all laboratory procedures and represents Carroll County Health Department at CLIA meetings.
• Submits monthly clinical supply order to CNM or designee.
• Completes thorough triage of patients (vital signs, blood work, urinalysis).
• Assists nurses and physicians as needed.
• Performs hearing, vision, and dental screenings.
• Prepares lab specimens for daily transit.
• Completes quarterly clinic reports and submits to District Office ahead of deadline.
• Performs timely entry of state and private lab orders and results.
• Maintains daily temperature log sheet for specimen refrigerator.
• Performs control testing and maintains control log sheet for lab equipment and supplies.
• Sterilizes all equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean lab.
• Orders and maintains clinical supplies from several vendors.
• Participates in necessary Emergency Preparedness, as directed by manager.

Requirements

Laboratory Technician 3: High school diploma or GED AND Two (2) years of experience in a laboratory setting or a related area OR One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Laboratory Tech 2 (LST031) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require licensure.

Qualifications

• Must have a Phlebotomy Certificate or a Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English language)
• Public Health experience

Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union
• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program