Location: Brick,NJ, USA
Category Laboratory Location Brick, New Jersey Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations
Shift Night Employee type Regular Part-Time Work mode On-site
Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.
* Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
* Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
* Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
* Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
* Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
* Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
* Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
* Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
* Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
* Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
* May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
* Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
* Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
* Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
* Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
* May be required, in the absence of a Supervisor, to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.
* Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience:
Minimum one (1) year full-time experience or training (high complexity testing) in a clinical laboratory setting for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
Preferred Work Experience:
One (1) year full-time experience or training (high complexity testing) in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
* The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
* Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
* Frequent walking and/or standing.
* May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.
Knowledge:
* Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
* Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Skills:
* Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
* Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and clients.
* Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
* Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree(Required)
Bachelor's Degree
LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
ASCP Certification
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