Lab Info Technician - per diem

100 Albany Med Health System; City of Albany (NY); Vor Ort; USD 44.000 - 57.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Laboratory Information Technologist (LIT) in Microbiology for a per diem shift in the United States. The role involves receiving specimens, verifying identifications, and inputting data into the Laboratory Information System.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in a science-related field, with basic computer and data-entry skills, and the ability to communicate with nursing staff and physicians. Per diem work supports a busy hospital microbiology lab.

Qualifikationen

• BS from an accredited college or university; degree in science, computer science or business preferred.
• Experience handling confidential patient information and HIPAA awareness is expected.

Aufgaben

• Receive specimens and verify identification, then transfer information to the LIS.
• Utilize computer systems to inquire, order tests, transcribe results, and generate billing and reports.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments to ensure accurate data.
• Package specimens for transport according to IATA guidelines and established laboratory protocols.

Kenntnisse

Computer systems

Data entry

Communication

Keyboarding

Ausbildung

BS in science / related field

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Jobbeschreibung

Department/Unit: Microbiology

Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America)

Salary Range: $43,599.00 - $56,679.00

Lab Info Tech: The Laboratory Information Technologist (LIT) receives specimens and verifies identification on these specimens, verifies information on the written request, transfers this information into the computer system and sends the specimen to the appropriate testing area(s). The LIT retrieves laboratory data and reports and assists authorized personnel, while maintaining patient confidentiality. This individual is also responsible for keeping the surrounding area clean and organized. Job Duties: Utilizes computer systems to perform inquiries, order tests, transcribe results, generate billing, worksheets, and reports as assigned according to standard laboratory practices. Communicates effectively with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments. Demonstrates basic-keyboarding skills needed for a highly computerized laboratory environment. Consults supervising technologist or laboratory services directory for assistance when necessary. Verifies that patient demographic information on specimen corresponds to that on the test order requisition. Verifies specimen acceptability according to laboratory procedures. Follows appropriate laboratory protocols for unacceptable specimens. Identifies specimens to be shared with other laboratory departments and follows appropriate interdepartmental procedures for shared specimens. Accessions test requests into the Laboratory Information System. Assists in maintaining, ordering and restocking supplies. Contacts health care provider/customer to clarify unclear requests. Packages specimens for transport according to IATA guidelines and established laboratory protocols

Experience and Education Requirements

BS from an accredited college or university. Degree in science, computer science or business preferred.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System! Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a \"need to know\" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees. Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College. Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.