This is a Full Time Position 

Compensation Range: $28.16 TO $42.24

Benefits:  Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, Paid Time Off

Position Classification:  Non-Exempt

Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

· N/A

Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

· Coordinates with the Laboratory Manager in compliance and regulatory initiatives.

· Positive and supportive team member to hospital and TMHMC staff.

· Participates in interdepartmental process improvements and process evaluation.

· Attends monthly staff meetings.

· Acts as an internal consultant and educator to clinic & hospital staff in areas of expertise as needed.

· Demonstrates a professional and caring attitude to patients and coworkers.

· Strives to ensure continual compliance with Departmental and Hospital Policies and Procedures and State and Federal Regulations.

· Participates in mandatory in-services.

· Adheres to policies and procedures for infection control, HIPAA, safety, and risk management.

· Maintains par level supplies and restocks as needed.

· Writes/amends/reviews updates policies and procedures to reflect practice and regulatory requirements.

· Adheres to all safety protocols.

· Proficient in Laboratory Information System (LIS) operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

· Troubleshoots results and correlates with diagnosis.

· Coordinates and participates in proficiency testing.

· Critical values: identify, repeat, and report to the proper person and document.

· Proficiency in the operation of all analyzers and laboratory equipment.

· Performs routine urinalysis (UA) procedures and backup tests.

· Proficiently and accurately performs micro procedures.

· Performs routine/special hematology procedures.

· Performs routine/special blood bank procedures.

· Performs routine/special chemistry procedures.

· Performs routine/special serology and coagulation procedures.

· Maintains professional physician interaction.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

· Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.

· Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.

· Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

· Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.

· Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.

· Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.

· Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.

· Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.

· Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.

· Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver’s license).

· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

· Must successfully pass a background check.

· Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).

· Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE(S), AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Required        Preferred

☒                      ☐ Must have an Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution or equivalent. Refer to CLIA                                         guidelines for testing personnel for explanation of equivalency. Standard; Testing Personnel Qualifications §493.1489(b)(2).

☒                       ☐ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).

EXPERIENCE

Required          Preferred

☐                       ☒ Medical terminology