What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specimen Processing Technician position at BROOKSIDE CLINICAL LAB?
- Follows policies and procedures (SOPs) to ensure minimal errors during the pre-analytic phase of testing during the receipt of patient samples; receives specimens from couriers or phlebotomists delivering specimens from outside the laboratory; evaluates acceptability of specimens for testing ordered; delivers specimens to the appropriate testing area; follows policies and procedures to ensure minimal errors for orders received on paper requisitions ;
- Follows policies and procedures in providing quality customer service; this is evidenced by respectfully greeting anyone entering the laboratory, answering the phone properly and within three rings
- Follows policies and procedures to ensure minimal errors during the post-analytic phase of testing when entering and sending out results
- Completes assignments/mandatories according to policies and procedures, with complete documentation and within designated time frames; included, but not limited to: procedure and policy reviews, read and signs policies
- Prioritizes and organizes work effectively to balance multiple tasks, while maintaining quality standards; assists others to maintain an efficient workflow and meet turnaround time expectations
- Functions as a self-starter, arrives to work on scheduled days and is in the section ready to begin work at the start of the shift; demonstrates flexibility with schedule to meet the needs of the section (e.g. scheduled/unscheduled overtime, extra shifts); stays busy throughout the assigned shift by assisting others or finding tasks to complete; ensures continuity of workflow by communicating with co-workers when leaving the work area
- Follows policies and procedures to monitor Expected Lists and Add-on test requests; utilizes problem solving strategies to resolve unreceived specimens or erroneous add-on requests; thoroughly completes documentation of issues to provide sufficient details for follow-up
- Performs all other job-related duties as assigned
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12
