Technical Laboratory Assistant, Queen's Medical Center Punchbowl (DLS Oahu)

All candidates must submit an official application online at https://greatcareersdls.com in order to be considered for the position.

ABOUT DLS

Diagnostic Laboratory Services, Inc. (DLS) is Hawaii’s largest locally owned and operated medical testing laboratory. DLS is considered a leader in the Hawaii, Guam and Saipan communities we serve. As an integral part of the patient care team, DLS uses state of the art testing and value-based informatics to promote optimal patient care and positively impact patient outcomes.

SCHEDULE

Regular Part-Time Position (30-39 hrs) (Night)
Must be available Sunday -Saturday 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM; 4 days/week, including major and minor holiday.
Must be flexible with schedule changes to meet operational needs.

HIRING RANGE

$18.00 to $22.36 hourly

Actual pay commensurate with experience

JOB SUMMARY

Performs defined preparatory portions of laboratory procedures under the direction of licensed personnel, including administrative, accessioning, processing, testing, instrument maintenance and/or other duties as assigned. May perform waived, Provider Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP), and Point of Care Testing (POCT) as authorized by the laboratory director and allowed per CLIA/HAR.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Listed below are major duties and responsibilities of this position. Essential job functions are identified with an asterisk (*). See chart with %s.

2. Receives specimens, accessions specimen orders, and processes specimens for testing.

• Verifies receipt of specimens in Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), including interfaced lab orders.
• Monitors pending lists and conducts investigation of missing specimens.
• Verifies accuracy of patient and order information on requisitions for billing and testing purposes.
• Enters specimen information into LIS.
• Operates lab equipment such as but not limited to centrifuges, vortex mixers, etc.
• Informs supervisor of occurrences affecting lab tests, such as, but not limited to, specimen quality, equipment problems or unusual patient data.
• Processes and handles specimens to maintain specimen integrity according to established procedures.
• Identifies, prepares and processes specimens for testing, transport or shipping, including but not limited to labeling, handling, preserving or fixing specimens.
• Conducts specimen investigation and troubleshooting.
• Loads and unloads specimens onto individual testing equipment or lab automation system (LAS), as applicable.

3. Performs waived testing duties as instructed.

• Performs waived, PPMP, POCT testing and perform preparatory portion of other laboratory testing as authorized by the laboratory director.
• Preparation of reagents or media following prescribed procedures.
• Data entry of results and documentation on worksheets, with review by licensed personnel.
• POCT Trouble Shooting as needed.

4. Administrative and other laboratory duties.

• Archives and retrieves specimens from storage for add-on testing and discards specimens upon expiration of storage period.
• Organizes, racks, maintains departmental storage of specimens and disposes of waste items.
• Processes shipments of supplies, orders and verifies inventory.
• Move equipment or necessary supplies for lab use.
• Operates laboratory computer system(s) and performs necessary tasks, which may include the use of various functions to resolve pre-analytical problems and extract pertinent information.
• Answers telephone, receives and relays messages which may include messages regarding specimen pick-up, laboratory reports, test orders, etc.
• Maintains files and retrieves material according to established systems and procedures.
• Keeps abreast of new or revised technical procedures in department's procedure manual.
• Works with clients and/or departments to resolve problems.

5. Runs instrument Quality Control (QC) and equipment maintenance duties per department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

6. Performs specimen collections as needed.

• May perform Forensic Toxicology specimen collections.

7. Technical Laboratory Assistant I Hospital Duties and Essential Functions

• Administrative & Laboratory Duties* 10-20%
• Accessioning/Processing/Receiving* 60-70%
• Waived, POCT & PPMP and preparatory portion of testing* 5-15%
• Running Quality Control (QC) Maintenance* 5-15%
• Specimen Collections* 0-20%

8. Performs other duties as required.

9. Job expectations:

• Communicates relevant information to team members, supervisor, and other appropriate people in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Supports organizational performance and strategy by providing information and contributing to quality improvements, as appropriate.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with DLS safety policies and procedures. Reports unsafe actions/conditions and injuries to supervisor promptly.
• Identifies and analyzes problems; makes decisions and takes appropriate action(s).
• Assists internal and external customers with questions, concerns, problems, etc.
• Maintains a positive work climate and effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Maintains attendance as scheduled/assigned, consistent with DLS policies and procedures.
• Attends and/or participates in activities such as, but not limited to, meetings, required in-service programs, continuing education, and competency assessments.
• Models the behaviors consistent with the mission, vision and shared values of the organization.
• Maintains confidentiality of information in accordance with company policies and procedures.

JOB DEMANDS

Communication Demands:

• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to effectively communicate information to internal and external customers in informal settings such as one-on-one and small group situations.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Requires manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Distinguishes and identifies color.
• In an eight (8) hour workday requires frequently standing
• In an eight (8) hour workday requires frequently sitting.
• Requires ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to lab coats, gloves, face shields, and respiratory equipment.
• May require keying intermittently up to seven (7) hours a day.
• May require occasional lifting and carrying of supplies weighing up to thirty five (35) pounds.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes conditions common to a hospital/laboratory environment, including working directly with potentially hazardous chemicals and/or patients with communicable diseases. Potential for inadvertent skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other infectious materials.
• Generally works in an indoor, air-conditioned area.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related science field (such as but not limited to Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.).

Experience:

Preferred:

• Two (2) years patient care or equivalent public contact experience.

Skills:

Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both in verbal and written form.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to flexible in a fast paced environment
• Ability to learn laboratory SOP’s.
• Ability to be a strong team player.

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Disability/Vet

All candidates must submit an official application online at https://greatcareersdls.com in order to be considered for the position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.36 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22