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Job Type:
Per Diem
Scheduled Hours:
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Description:
Contributes to the Hospitals mission by performing various clinical laboratory tests as requested in physician orders. This clinical professional position impacts patient care by performing accurate tests as prescribed by the physician in a timely manner so clinicians receive accurate result expediently enabling them to provide the best possible care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Required: Associates degree in a science field Education
Education Preferred: Associates degree in Laboratory Science from an accredited program.
Grandfathered Qualifications: HEW or military certification acquired prior to 1980 Other Skills/Knowledge:
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS
Required: Medical Technician registry eligible
JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepares specimen depending on lab order
Performs tests using both/either manual methods or automated instrumentation which require fine motor coordination and manual dexterity. Ensures specimen integrity throughout the process.
Performs quality control checks and equipment maintenance, adhering to high quality standards.
Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.
Reviews and Inputs quality control and patient results into the electronic medical records system in a timely manner so clinicians and patients get their results as quickly a possible. Expedites results to clinicians for stat and critical results.
Troubleshoot test anomalies and system problems in a logical manner to ensure accurate tests.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting a professional impression offacilities and fostering our culture of safety.
Maintain documentation, reports and quality checks to ensure the laboratory is in compliance with regulatory agencies, accreditation and Hospital policies and procedures.
Runs report to verify optimal operational performance.
Takes status and result requests and other questions from patients and clinicians in a timely and professional manner.
Provides clinical guidance and training to hospital clinicians and physicians on Laboratory policies and procedures.
Reviews supplies inventory, communicates supply needs and rotates supplies when new stocking is received.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled