Job Description Summary
Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Test Performance
a. Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
b. Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing.
c. Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens.
d. Organizes workload for maximum efficiency in order to complete tests being performed.
e. Accurately performs tests as ordered on specimens received.
f. Verifies accuracy of results as those belonging to the corresponding specimen before reporting results.
g. Collects data as required by supervisor on unacceptable specimens and specimens without orders or with ambiguous orders.
h. Notifies Microbiology supervisor or designee of any preanalytical, analytical, or post analytical variances.
i. Handles specimens according to appropriate storage temperature requirements and as per laboratory procedures.
2. Test Result Reporting
a. Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
b. Reports results within time limits established for test procedures.
c. Documents proper notification process required for test results in the reporting of all critical values that the employee results that meet the established criteria.
d. In the event of an occurrence resulting in incorrect results reported on a patient, employee consistently follows the established policy on Correcting Results including the notification and documentation of corrective actions taken.
e. Notifies the Infectious Disease provider or primary care provider regarding Microbiology alerts in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
f. Notifies the Infection Control Nurse or designee regarding Microbiology alerts in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
g. Notifies the Massachusetts State Laboratory Institute regarding reportable diseases in a prompt fashion and documents communication in the LIS system.
3. Quality Control
a. Performs appropriate quality control for the test procedure.
b. Accurately analyzes and evaluates QC results obtained before accepting and reporting patient test results.
c. Records results obtained for quality control testing as defined in test procedure.
d. Appropriately notifies supervisor of discrepant QC results.
4. Maintenance
a. Performs daily, weekly, monthly or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
b. Documents performance of maintenance procedures for the instrument/equipment.
c. Performs calibration of equipment according to scheduled intervals or receipt of reagents.
d. Documents calibration of equipment.
5. Troubleshooting
a. Follows established guidelines for troubleshooting procedures.
b. Follows established guidelines for resolving patient specimen problems.
c. Documents steps taken during the troubleshooting process.
d. Immediately notifies supervisor when unable to solve problems.
6. Safety and Compliance
a. Consistently adheres to established Laboratory and Hospital policies for Universal Precautions, Chemical Hygiene and Safety procedures.
b. Wears lab coat, gloves, goggles and protective devices as required when handling specimens.
c. Follows safety policies for dress and when using chemicals.
d. Reports any safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor.
e. Uses protective barrier equipment as required.
f. Disinfects and cleans work benches/areas according to established protocol during and at the end of assigned shift.
g. Properly disposes of contaminated and hazardous waste materials.
7. Team Collaboration
a. Consistently communicates with the Microbiology team to ensure that daily work is completed.
b. Assists coworkers when main bench duties are completed.
c. Assists with specimen processing during lunch time breaks to ensure continuous flow of work.
d. Assists Microbiology Supervisor with special projects when main bench duties are completed.
8. Competence and Training
a. Demonstrates competence in assigned work areas according to section schedule.
b. Completes assigned CAP surveys with expectations that results reported score in the acceptable performance category, in all skilled areas.
c. Completes department-generated competencies as required with acceptable results in all skilled areas.
d. Participates in a formal continuing education program sponsored by Professional Organizations in one or more of the skilled areas.
9. Workplace Maintenance
a. Maintains work area, restocks supplies, and notifies supervisor of low stock.
b. Assures that supplies are sufficient for ongoing testing.
10. Orientation and Training
a. Actively participates with orientation and training of new employees and students in laboratory procedures and policies.
b. Maintains visibility in orienting new employees/students.
11. Attendance
a. Reports to workstation/assignment on schedule, ready to start work, and works entire shift as assigned.
12. Leadership
a. Assists in the performance of duties required for relief in higher classification in supervisor's absence.
13. Technology Participation
a. Actively participates in the recommendation and selection processes for technological advances.
14. Safety Awareness
a. Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through acknowledgment and adherence to safety protocols.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education - Preferred
Baccalaureate degree in relevant science preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
One (1) year clinical laboratory internship preferred.
Required Certifications
MT or MLS (ASCP) or MT or MLS (ASCP Equivalent) required.
Medical Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification is required within 1 year from the date of hire.
Individual ASCP certifications in Chemistry or Hematology or Microbiology or Blood Bank meet requirements.
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