What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Processor - Pathology (Part Time 20 to 29 Hours Weekly) position at University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc?
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to
customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved
written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Essential Job Functions
1. Orders all appropriate tests in LIS system.
2. Ensures the correct tubes and specimen containers have been submitted or collected for the appropriate test ordered and are labeled correctly.
3. Ensures CAP, UMPA, and GLP (when appropriate ) guidelines are followed during processing procedures.
4. Determines acceptability of specimens.
5. Spins, separates, stores and distributes specimens to the appropriate area.
6. Prepares specimens for reference labs according to laboratory protocol.
7. Ensures specific guidelines are followed for various laboratory studies.
8. Completes mandatory employee health, workers compensation, HR processes and other training and requirements in required time frame to insure compliance with all FPI rules and regulations.
