Laboratory Technician

About the role

Precisely and accurately performs a variety of technical procedures from patients of all ages. These procedures may be performed with the use of manual, semi-automated methodologies and include accepted quality control procedures, competency testing and proficiency testing.

Responsibilities

• Performs established procedures within the laboratory accurately and precisely including phlebotomy; KDOT, if certified, and Drug TOX screens that are medically necessary not legal drug screen collections.
• Verifies that quality control values are acceptable before testing samples.
• Notifies Lab supervisor when quality control problems exist.
• Organizes work in order that procedures are performed properly.
• Follows OSHA regulations.
• Demonstrates an ability to understand when situations are out of the employee’s area of expertise.
• Follows up by asking assistance of the group lead, supervisor or other lab authority.
• Follows established policies and procedures within the laboratory as outlined in the policy and procedure manuals.
• Be available by phone or pager when on call; report to hospital within 30 minutes after receiving notice of stat lab tests.
• When on call, keep charge nurse informed regarding how to be reached.
• Demonstrate positive attitude of customer service.
• Performs additional duties as directed and developed by laboratory supervisor.

Requirements

• Preferred: 2 years experience in laboratory/phlebotomy, MLT (ASCP) or NCA with clinical lab experience, or A.A. in Science with clinical experience.
• Minimum qualification: high school diploma/GED with satisfactory training administered by CLIA recognized supervisor.
• Must have acceptable KBI record check.
• Must have valid driver's license.

The employee works in an environment with biological, chemical and mechanical hazards. The employer will provide appropriate training, protective equipment and engineering controls for the protection and safety of the employee. As a condition of employment, the employee is required to abide by all risk management regulations including the proper use of protective devices and procedures.

Skills

• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work under time constraints without error.
• Equipment to be used: Chemistry analyzer, hematology analyzer, coagulation instrument, triage meter, Siemens Clinitek Status Urinalysis analyzer and other miscellaneous WAIVE testing instruments.

Pay

$17.00 - $24.77 per hour

Schedule

Full-Time, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. + On Call Rotation