Clin Supt Tech 4, Media Prep/QC

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a dedicated laboratory professional to oversee specimen flow, ensure accurate data entry into LIS and EMR, and train staff in a fast-paced microbiology setting. This full-time role includes travel between testing locations to maintain timely operations and quality standards.

Responsibilities cover technical duties, adherence to procedures, and collaboration with supervisors to optimize workflows and ensure specimen integrity throughout the testing process.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates the flow of specimens throughout the laboratory and ensures timely processing.
• Trains new or less experienced staff and acts as Tech in Charge when needed.
• Performs complex technical assignments and follows written procedures for all activities.
• Enters patient demographics and test information into the LIS and EMR accurately.
• Travels between testing locations as required to maintain workflow and meet TATs.

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586

Opening:

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 500232 Microbiology SMH

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URC 206 H

Compensation Range: $21.40 - $28.89

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Oversees and coordinates the flow of specimens throughout the laboratory. Provides oversight of assigned section and holds staff accountable for professional conduct and technical performance. Performs a variety of technical assignments involving sequences of related operations. Exercises moderate skill, judgment, and a knowledge of the terminology and common procedures and practices of a technical field. Processes information involving laboratory specimens, patient demographics, patient billing information for computing activity, and operating pre-analytical automation. Follows written procedures and ensures appropriate practices are followed. Identifies and processes specimens while maintaining specimen integrity for laboratory testing. Trains new or less experienced staff and acts as Tech in Charge, as needed. Travels between testing locations, as needed. Exercises complex skill and judgment, and knowledge of the principles and methods of a technical field.

Schedule :

Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM with rotating weekends

Essential Functions :

Holds staff accountable for the accurate and timely completion of assigned activities. Ensures that staff follow laboratory, safety and security policies and procedures.

Monitors employees' performance and department turnaround times (TATs). Investigates and reports suggestions for corrective action to the operations coordinator and supervisors. Discusses and documents promptly any personnel issues with the appropriate supervisor. Participates in evaluating employees.

Performs troubleshooting as needed, including missing samples, and follows up on problems. Assumes responsibility for defining priorities during extraordinary situations (i.e., sick calls, safety and security incidents, emergency/"disaster" situations).

Completes check lists, preventative maintenance logs, work queues, and pending lists daily.

Participates in QA initiatives. Collects shift data required for QA monitors. Continuously assesses work processes and makes suggestions to the supervisor for improved work methods and ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and solve operational problems

Enters patient demographic and insurance information efficiently and accurately. Enters information into the electronic medical record. Ensures completion of all required fields. Understands required information on requisitions. Follows all procedures.

Logs patient and test information from requisitions into the Laboratory Information System (LIS). Understands how to utilize UR Medicine Labs Test Menu and verifies that acceptable criteria are met. Understands how to read requisitions from different sources. Recognizes unacceptable specimen criteria and enters problem test to ensure a proper resolution can be made.

Receives pre-accessioned specimens into the LIS from varying sources. Reconciles batch manifests and accounts for all specimens. Identifies specimen requirements and documents discrepancies or unacceptable criteria in the LIS.

Identifies specialized testing requests and prioritizes specimens to meet the requested TAT. Triages samples received through the chute or drop-off window.

Prepares specimens and determines stability, volume, need for centrifugation, and type of aliquotting technique to ensure the integrity of the specimen.

Utilizes judgment and prioritization to distribute specimens to the appropriate department for prompt analysis.

Works on related specialized assignments within the department. Performs specific studies, performs and documents preventive maintenance on equipment as needed. Maintains and troubleshoots automation. Resolves billing problems. Handles samples for interfaced labs. Creates electronic manifests, prepares, and batches specimens at appropriate temperatures. Ensures appropriate forms and documentation accompany specimens for non-interfaced clients. Processes irretrievable tissues and determines s