Point of Care Lab Technician

Pay Range: $$

FT/PT: Full Time

Shifts Available: M-F :pm-:pm

Job summary

Under supervision of Laboratory Manager, performs waived laboratory tests in a remote or mobile setting. Also responsible for monitoring quality of reagents and working condition of instruments.

Essential Functions:

• Receives specimens from phlebotomists and couriers.

• May operate a delivery van to bring the mobile lab to an area of high volume of STAT testing when applicable.

• Enters patient demographics and test orders into lab information system.

• Checks the quality control of each test prior to running and reporting patient results. Ensures QC is within appropriate limits and brings problems to a supervisor/manager in real time.

• Performs lab testing in the areas of point of care which may include Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular and Coagulation.

• Data entry of test results.

• Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and bring any “rare and improbable” test results to the attention of a supervisor/manager.

• Performs blood collection to include venipuncture and capillary specimens.

• Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed.

• Close monitoring of STAT board to ensure STAT TAT goal is obtained consistently.

• Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and ensures compliance with state requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records.

• Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed.

• Performs maintenance on the automated instrumentation as needed.

• Records the quality control and maintains the QC records on all assays performed.

• Performs other tasks and procedures that are commensurate with education, training and abilities.

• Responsible for all clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification and reporting of department testing.

• Follows all safety protocols as outlined in safety manual.

Job Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Detail oriented and organizational skills.

• Exercises accuracy and precision in completion of prescribed tasks and treatments.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Laboratory staff can be expected to work in areas where hazards associated with, but not limited to blood-borne pathogens. Biological materials, hazardous substances and radioactive material exist and are handled. Appropriate training is provided regarding these hazards and staff is expected to adhere to all health and safety policies, at all times, whether they are in writing or verbalized by either management or the Health and Safety Officer.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand: to handle or feel: to talk and to hear. The employee occasionally is required to walk, sit: reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may lift and or move up to pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. No color visual deficiency.

Education and Experience Requirements

o Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and ability to drive safely.

o Familiarity with lab process and workflow.

o Previous experience with phlebotomy and laboratory testing preferred.

o High school degree or equivalent.

o Any certification/licensure needed per state requirements.

o State of California only – qualify as testing personnel for waived testing, a minimum of licensed medical laboratory technician or licensed vocation nurse.