Lab Clinical Processing Tech - evening , overnight - per diem

UR Medicine Thompson Health; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Thompson Health in Canandaigua, NY seeks a Per Diem Lab Technician to support evening and overnight coverage in the laboratory. You will perform a variety of technical tasks in the pre-analytical phase, ensuring specimen handling and safety standards are followed.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, with preference for an AAS degree or biology-related college coursework and 1 year of lab experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• AAS degree or 2 years of college with emphasis on biological sciences preferred.
• 1 year laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of technical assignments in the pre-analytical phase of testing.
• Requires working knowledge of safety standards and proper use when processing specimens.
• Exercises moderate skill, judgment, and knowledge of terminology & common practices in pre-analytical field to ensure accurate results and patient safety.
• Processes and interprets information involving laboratory specimens to ensure proper testing and specimen integrity.
• Understands the revenue cycle as it pertains to the laboratory and can fulfill the laboratory’s obligation of this cycle.

Skills

Pre-analytical processing

McKesson modules

Collaboration

Independence

Confidentiality

Patient age care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS degree or 2 years biology-related college

Tools

McKesson modules

Job description

Join our dedicated team at Thompson Health! Working in the lab you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our community's healthcare experience. If you’re looking to make a positive impact in a collaborative environment,

Schedule: Per Diem, mainly evening and overnight coverage.

Pay Range: $21.28 - $26.40, based on experience.

Company Culture: Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.

Main Function:

• Performing a variety of technical assignments in the pre-analytical phase of testing.


• Requires a working knowledge of the safety standards and properly uses them when processing specimens.


• Exercises moderate skill, judgment, knowledge of terminology & common practices used in the pre-analytical technical field to ensure accurate results & patient safety.


• Processes& interprets information involving laboratory specimens in order to ensure proper testing& specimen integrity.


• Understands the revenue cycle as it pertains to the laboratory and can fulfill the laboratory’s obligation of this cycle.

Required Job Specific Competencies:

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills for the pre-analytical processing of specimens.


• Using McKesson modules as assigned, demonstrates the ability to accurately register patients, enter lab orders, bill charges, audit accounts etc.


• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with all lab teams, physician offices and other health care providers.


• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and exhibits flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments.


• Actively guards the confidentiality of sensitive info including but not limited to the patients, staff& the health system.


• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.


• Actively supports the hospitals goals and imperatives and lives the CARES values at all times.

Complexity of Duties:

• Exercises multi-tasking skills as necessary to prioritize workload and process specimens in a timely manner.


• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and uses sound judgment to solve issues regarding specimen integrity and test clarification.


• Demonstrates great attention to detail to ensure proper handling of specimens and reporting of results.


• Understands basic outpatient coding and medical necessity in order to accurately screen orders for current coverage by insurance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• AAS degree or 2 years of college with emphasis on biological sciences preferred.


• 1 year laboratory experience preferred

Pay Range: $21.28 - $26.40

Starting Pay: Based on Experience

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply