Job Title
Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.
Essential Functions
- Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
- Collects samples and analyze bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities.
- Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
- Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
- Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment.
- Performs manual tests based on detailed instructions from a physician.
- Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician, registered nurse or other licensed person.
- Performs Quality Control work is to ensure accuracy of equipment and tests performed.
- Assist Lab Assistants as needed.
- Analyze samples used for transfusions.
- Collects specimens, including blood from patients.
- Completes specimens, including blood from patients.
- Completes annual competencies in a timely manner.
- Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Maintains Supplies.
- Reports critical values in a timely manner.
- Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree required.
Required Skills
Certifications:
ASCP, AMLT, Certification or Equivalent required within 1 year of hire.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran