Lab technical assistant | LeBonheur | PRN

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis is seeking a Lab Technical Assistant to perform preparatory portions of laboratory tests under the Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act. The role involves working in assigned laboratory areas such as Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank or Microbiology, while modeling MLH's Mission, Vision and Values.

You will perform pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks, assist with clerical duties, manage inventory, and ensure adherence to quality standards and safety

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred enrollment in Medical Technology program.
• Phlebotomy training preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act.
• Performs clerical duties as required.
• Maintains inventory and stocking of supplies and equipment in the laboratory areas according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality assurance, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, safety, competency, and policies and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College program in Medical Technology

Phlebotomy certificate/diploma

Jobbeschreibung

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Under the direction of the Medical Technologist, the Lab Technical Assistant is responsible for performing preparatory portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act. Procedures are performed in the assigned Laboratory areas, such as Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, or Microbiology. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Under the direction of the Medical Technologist, the Lab Technical Assistant is responsible for performing preparatory portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act. Procedures are performed in the assigned Laboratory areas, such as Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, or Microbiology. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Performs pre analytical and post analytical portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act.
• Performs clerical duties as required.
• Maintains inventory and stocking of supplies and equipment in the laboratory areas according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality assurance, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, safety, competency, and policies and procedures.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred - Currently enrolled in a college program Medical Technology
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Phlebotomy

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Laboratory with strong clinical knowledge related to laboratory testing procedures 1-3 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of specimen requirements and medical terminology.
• Knowledge related to standard laboratory methods, practices, procedures, policies, regulations, and laboratory materials and equipment.
• Knowledge in laboratory quality assurance procedures.
• Demonstrates effective teamwork.
• Strong attention to detail skills.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Demonstrates quality customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally with Associates, physicians and other outside professionals.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of own and others' work flow.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.

Physical Demands

• Invasive and non-invasive patient contact throughout the shift.
• Exposure to patient body fluids.
• Must be able to react quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate both orally and written to other individuals.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs. periodically throughout the shift.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit in one place, squat and kneel periodically throughout shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend, and twist periodically throughout shift.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• Use of hands for gripping and squeezing, as well as repetitive hand to wrist motion.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Normal eye-motor coordination, manual dexterity and visual perception.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.