Laboratory Processor - PRN
Laboratory Processor - PRN
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Job Description
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Department
Laboratory ServicesJob SummaryUnder general supervision the technician is responsible for independently accessioning delivering and processing laboratory specimens utilized in the detection diagnosis and treatment of physical conditions. The technician receives patient specimens and related patient demographic information that correlates with physician orders. The technician may also be assigned to assist with sending out samples and/or assisting with Bone marrow collection and processing. Performs weekly QA maintenance and maintains processing instrumentation for safety and compliance purposes.
Essential Functions:
- Ensures specimens are adequately processed and stored at appropriate temperatures in order for sample storage. (10%)
- Maintains competency. This is demonstrated by ensuring specimens are not lost receiving and processing specimens into the laboratory in a timely fashion and organizing tracking lists from outside facilities completely and accurately. (10%)
- Utilizing appropriate barcoded labels to receive specimens into the laboratory information system. (10%)
- Processes and preserves specimens following instructions in procedures or laboratory information system. (10%)
- Receives into the laboratory tracked specimens from surrounding clinics and saves all tracking sheets. (10%)
- Reports test results in laboratory information system and maintains required documentation of results. (10%)
- Meets turnaround time expectations and demonstrates clerical accuracy of reporting. (5%)
- Reviews and resolves incomplete list and pending logs before end of shift. (5%)
- Follows safety life safety and infection control procedures for self patients and others at all times. (5%)
- Participates in training and teaching of new staff students or residents in the laboratory as needed. (5%)
- Participates in required competency continuing education and proficiency testing within the required timelines for both processing and send out areas. (5%)
- Promotes positive interpersonal relationships with fellow employees physicians patients and visitors. (5%)
- Treats each individual with courtesy dignity empathy and respect. (5%)
- Consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications. (5%)
- Maintain and sign off routine maintenance sheets. (0%)
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
Work Experience:
- 1-3 years 2 years experience in specimen processing Required
Licenses:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work professionally with patients and coworkers.
- Knowledge of laboratory terminology and equipment.
- Ability to receive and accurately process patient specimens.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to perpetuate teamwork.
- Familiar with regulatory compliance in quality control and competency requirements.
- Good communication and customer relation skills to ensure patient safety and quality processes in the laboratory.
- Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented work in identifying accessioning and handling specimens for processing and testing.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control practices to ensure a safe environment of care.
Shift
Varies (United States of America)Work Type
PRN/IntermittentSalary
$21.08 - $29.51 / hrBenefits
Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Community resource navigation support
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
Employment Type
Part-Time
