Alliance Community Hospital Canton , OH 44702
Posted 4 weeks ago
PURPOSE OF POSITION To perform a variety of routine and complex laboratory procedures using standard and specialized techniques, instrumentation, and equipment on a wide variety of biological specimens to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. To exercise professional judgment to recognize, prioritize, and facilitate varying test requests and workload in an efficient manner.# To assume responsibility and accountability for accuracy of procedures performed. # RESPONSIBILITIES # EXPECTATIONS # Specimen Processing Assists accessioning as needed to input specimen collection and receipt information into the lab information system Assists in the centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens adhering to established procedures Verifies that specimens meet the individual test requirements prior to testing Refers unusual test requests and questions regarding specimen acceptability to the Technical Specialist, Unit Director or section Pathologist Assists in the registration of ALS and/or draw station patients as needed # Specimen Testing Successfully operates available instrumentation for testing purposes Recognizes deviations from expected results and notifies Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director
Uses alternate method (s) when applicable to ensure accurate results when interfering substances are present#
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Follows the written departmental procedure (s) when performing all testing##########################
Organizes work during heavy workload period ########
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Performs several tasks simultaneously as needed
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Responds to STAT requests according to established protocol#########
Remains aware of the overall work activity so that help can be rendered to other areas as needed###############
Enters results manually into the lab information system # Quality Control Performs quality control procedures as required by CAP and departmental protocol Analyzes QC results and determines the acceptability of the QC Recognizes QC trends and communicates any concerns to Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director Properly documents when QC is outside of the established guidelines for acceptability and takes appropriate corrective action according to established procedures Participates in process improvement projects and Lab QA meetings when requested####
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Reviews department bulletin board daily, if applicable###
Reviews procedures yearly relative to the scope of testing############################
Identifies and investigates instrument problems according to instrument trouble-shooting guidelines Calls manufacturer#s #hotline# when necessary and notifies the Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director when service is required#######
Maintains all records pertaining to preventative and emergency maintenance according to department protocols#########################################################
Prepares reagents and controls according to established procedures ############
Notifies Technical Specialist when inventory of item (s) appears low or has been depleted######
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Reads and follows Hospital safety and infection control guidelines##
Reads and follows Laboratory safety and infection control guidelines####
Participates in fire drills as required
Completes any Laboratory safety education as assigned Uses the Tools
Professionalism and Communication Accepts responsibilities and maintains an attitude conducive to a cooperative and productive work environment Adheres to all policies described in the Aultman Hospital Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook ######
Follows all policies of the Pathology Department as described in the Lab Policy Manual. Communicates with all persons in a polite and professional manner Adheres to the hospital dress code and maintains a professional appearance######
Arrives at work on time and begins work promptly
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Returns promptly from lunch and breaks, following established guidelines#######
Uses spare time for work-related activities############################
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repetitions. F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.# C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions. N = Not essential job requirement. # F####
Standing F###
Walking N###
Lifting (20-50 pounds) N###
Carrying (20-50 pounds) N###
Pushing (70 pounds) N###
Climbing with (20-50 pounds) O###
Stooping/Bending O###
Twisting/Turning N###
Kneeling/Squatting N###
Crawling O###
Reaching Up/Reaching Forward
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PURPOSE OF POSITION
To perform a variety of routine and complex laboratory procedures using standard and specialized techniques, instrumentation, and equipment on a wide variety of biological specimens to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. To exercise professional judgment to recognize, prioritize, and facilitate varying test requests and workload in an efficient manner. To assume responsibility and accountability for accuracy of procedures performed.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
Specimen Processing
Assists accessioning as needed to input specimen collection and receipt information into the lab information system
Assists in the centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens adhering to established procedures
Verifies that specimens meet the individual test requirements prior to testing
Refers unusual test requests and questions regarding specimen acceptability to the Technical Specialist, Unit Director or section Pathologist
Assists in the registration of ALS and/or draw station patients as needed
Specimen Testing
Successfully operates available instrumentation for testing purposes
Recognizes deviations from expected results and notifies Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director
Uses alternate method (s) when applicable to ensure accurate results when interfering substances are present
Follows the written departmental procedure (s) when performing all testing
Organizes work during heavy workload period
Performs several tasks simultaneously as needed
Responds to STAT requests according to established protocol
Remains aware of the overall work activity so that help can be rendered to other areas as needed
Enters results manually into the lab information system
Quality Control
Performs quality control procedures as required by CAP and departmental protocol
Analyzes QC results and determines the acceptability of the QC
Recognizes QC trends and communicates any concerns to Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director
Properly documents when QC is outside of the established guidelines for acceptability and takes appropriate corrective action according to established procedures
Participates in process improvement projects and Lab QA meetings when requested
Continuing Education
Refers to the procedure manual for technical information to aid in decision making.
Reviews department bulletin board daily, if applicable
Reviews procedures yearly relative to the scope of testing
Participates in technical workshops, seminars, and other continuing education when possible
Documents continuing education and forwards to the Unit Director for placement in the employee's file
Equipment Maintenance
Instrument preventative maintenance is performed according to department guidelines and manufacturer specifications to insure proper equipment operation
Consistently follows prescribed maintenance procedures without "short cuts"
Identifies and investigates instrument problems according to instrument trouble-shooting guidelines
Calls manufacturer's "hotline" when necessary and notifies the Technical Specialist and/or Unit Director when service is required
Maintains all records pertaining to preventative and emergency maintenance according to department protocols
Reagents and Supplies
Receives, properly labels, and stores in-coming supplies, reagents, and controls
Maintains an adequate amount of supplies, reagents, and controls in work area (s)
Prepares reagents and controls according to established procedures
Notifies Technical Specialist when inventory of item (s) appears low or has been depleted
Safety
Follows Universal Precautions at all times
Reads and follows Hospital safety and infection control guidelines
Reads and follows Laboratory safety and infection control guidelines
Participates in fire drills as required
Completes any Laboratory safety education as assigned
Uses the Tools & Tones for High Reliability to promote a culture of safety
Professionalism and Communication
Accepts responsibilities and maintains an attitude conducive to a cooperative and productive work environment
Adheres to all policies described in the Aultman Hospital Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook
Follows all policies of the Pathology Department as described in the Lab Policy Manual.
Communicates with all persons in a polite and professional manner
Adheres to the hospital dress code and maintains a professional appearance
Arrives at work on time and begins work promptly
Returns promptly from lunch and breaks, following established guidelines
Uses spare time for work-related activities
Assists the Technical Specialists in the training of personnel when requested
Performs necessary duties and tasks as assigned by the Technical Specialist or Unit Director
Job Requirements
CT certification by ASCP
Must be able to multi-task
Must be able to communicate effectively with peers, management, and other healthcare personnel
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Department Hours: 6:30a-4:30p M-F Closed on Weekends and Holidays
Work hours are assigned by the Assistant Manager and/or Technical Specialist and can be on any shift depending upon the staffing needs of the department
Requires Saturday rotation
Requires occasional paid overtime before or after normal working hours, if approved
Works in a well-lighted and ventilated laboratory
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM
PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.
O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or 0- 32 repetitions.
F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.
C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.
N = Not essential job requirement.
F Standing
F Walking
N Lifting (20-50 pounds)
N Carrying (20-50 pounds)
N Pushing (70 pounds)
N Climbing with (20-50 pounds)
O Stooping/Bending
O Twisting/Turning
N Kneeling/Squatting
N Crawling
O Reaching Up/Reaching Forward
Additional information concerning physical requirements for the position:
None
Alliance Community Hospital