Lab Tech Assistant Lead - West Union FHC
Description
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Department: West Union Family Health Center
Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)
GENERAL SUMMARY
Works under the supervision of the Family Health Center Manager and or Office Manager. The primary job function of the Lead Lab Technician Assistant - West Union is to assist the Manager with staff assignments for the Lab Technician Assistant staff and makes workflow decisions to ensure efficient operations. Performs venipunctures and other specimen collections for Laboratory testing. Performs and processes electrocardiograms. Performs non-complex diagnostic testing under the supervision of Lab Manager. Prepares specimens for transport. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
• Basic chemistry and biology are preferred
Licensure:
• Phlebotomy certification preferred
• BLS within 90 days of hire required
Experience:
• Three to six months of laboratory experience preferred
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred
JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Assists the Manager with staff assignments for the Lab Technician Assistant staff and makes workflow decisions to ensure efficient operations.
2. Coordinates and participates as needed in orientation of new employees. Completes staff competency checklists. Assists in developing educational needs for the Lab Tech Assistant staff.
3. Serves as technical resource and monitors daily productivity of the Lab Tech Assistant staff.
4. Identifies self and department and explains the procedure to be performed to the patient.
5. Verifies patient identification. Performs phlebotomies including venipunctures and fingersticks on adults and children/infant heelsticks.
6. Follows all safety and infection control policies when performing procedures.
7. Labels, dates, and processes obtained specimens.
8. Centrifuges specimens. Aliquots specimens for testing when appropriate.
9. Processes microbiology specimens as required.
10. Runs collection lists. Prepares laboratory pendings and specimens for transport to other sections and to reference laboratories.
11. Performs and processes electrocardiograms.
12. Cleans and stocks work area as needed.
13. Prepares and labels simple solutions for use in diagnostic testing.
14. Performs clerical and computer functions as needed.
15. Obtains accurate patient demographic and insurance information. Obtains signed consent for treatment from patient.
16. Performs a “quick registration” in the Laboratory Computer System.
17. Orders laboratory/phlebotomy supplies as needed.
18. Performs non-complex testing physiochemical analysis and occult blood testing on biological specimens.
19. Performs and documents Quality Control and daily instrument maintenance.
20. Communicates needs of the physician office to the laboratory management team.
21. Participates in training and orientation of new employees and students.
22. Assists in completion of the nursing procedures of the patient and documents appropriately into the patient's medical record. Such as:
- Assists with intake assessment of patients and documents appropriately on patient record.
- Notifies physician if immediate or potential loss of life or limb seen in intake assessment.
- Accurately obtains and documents vital signs.
- Assists in completion of the nursing procedures of the patient and documents appropriately into the patient's medical record.
- Assists other health team members in providing the plan of care.
- Assists with evaluating the patient's response to the plan of care.
- Operates wheelchairs, carts, beds, and transports patients.
- Assists physician/nursing staff with orthopedic procedures safely and accurately (i.e., applies, slings, measure crutches).
- Verifies orders and stock levels at the facility
23. Demonstrates positive, supportive behavior to members of healthcare team, patient and families, through effective communication skills, appearance, and professional demeanor.
24. Demonstrates ability to respond to changing workload related to patient census, ability to rapidly problem solve and set priorities.
25. Responds to crisis in a calm, efficient manner, directing other concisely.
26. Assists with completion of nursing assessment of the patient and documents appropriately into medical record
27. Assists with discharge planning process including health teaching.
28. Participates in developing own personal goals
Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You
At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
- Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility
- Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*
- Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday
- Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
- Life insurance and disability coverage*
- Tuition and certification assistance
- Club LC - discounted/free gym membership
- Employee discount and payroll deduct programs
- And many other benefit offerings!
*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees
Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.
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