Laboratory Technician / Radiology Tech Operator or Lab Only- Byron

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in performing radiology exams within the scope of practice for Limited Radiology Operator Certification.
• Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques and patient management, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and (as applies) arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation and specimen collection techniques for throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.
• Demonstrates proficiency in waived level testing for immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology (as applies).
• Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed.
• Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions.
• Performs required quality control and proficiency testing, evaluates data, and implements corrective action as needed.
• Maintains competency in use of clinical information systems including RIS, LIS, and IEHR as they apply to job.
• Manages sufficient supply inventory.
• Aids in policy and procedure review, development of new testing, and training of new employees as assigned.
• Performs phlebotomy at skilled nursing facilities as needed.
• Performs ECGs as instructed by nursing lead.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms.
• Patient intake data collection (height and weight).
• Assists clinician with procedures.
• Prepares patient education materials and communicates patient instructions using preprinted materials.
• Cleaning rooms and equipment between patients.

Qualifications

• Limited Radiology Operator Certification, required (core and five modules)
• Prior experience preferred
• Good communication skills and ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making in problem identification and resolution
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Medical terminology preferred
• Computer data entry skills preferred
• Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred
• Previous laboratory experience preferred

Core Competencies

• Technical Knowledge
• Follows instructions, policies, and procedures
• Complies with safety and infection control guidelines
• Complies with COLA/CLIA standards for Clinical Laboratory
• Problem-Solving
• Anticipates problems and takes appropriate preventative action
• Identifies problems, evaluates alternatives, and responds appropriately
• Follows through with actions and communications
• Customer Service
• First Impressions
• Patient Centered Care
• Consistent Processes
• Communications
• Teamwork and Relationship Building
• Accountability
• Responsiveness
• OMC Champion

Job Responsibilities (Lab Tech Assistant)

• Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy collection techniques and patient management, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and (as applies) arterial puncture and therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation and specimen collection techniques for throat culture, urine, and other requested specimens.
• Demonstrates proficiency in waived level testing for immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, and hematology (as applies).
• Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed.
• Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions.
• Assists with new employee orientation and training.

Qualifications (Lab Tech Assistant)

• Limited Xray Operator (required)
• HeartCode BLS (preferred)
• Drivers License (preferred)
• Medical terminology preferred
• Computer data entry skills preferred
• Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred
• Previous laboratory experience preferred

Core Competencies (Lab Tech Assistant)

• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection techniques according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice.
• Performs waived laboratory testing according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory science practice.
• Manages patient orders accurately and efficiently.
• Performs specimen processing and handling according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice.
• Applies patient safety standards and patient management methods to laboratory practice.

Benefits

To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher:

• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Olmsted Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.