Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka (KS); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS seeks a Lab Assistant to support clinical and anatomic pathology testing. You will verify orders, receive specimens in the EHR and ensure proper identification and handling of samples.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, maintaining specimen integrity, and assisting testing personnel. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions are essential for success in this role.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year phlebotomy or laboratory experience preferred.
• Follows OSHA guidelines and hospital/lab safety procedures.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize during busy times.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of laboratory operations and procedures preferred.
• Ability to follow directions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Reviews, clarifies and verifies healthcare provider orders for laboratory tests.
• Orders tests and receives specimens in the electronic health record.
• Follows protocols for patient and specimen identification.
• Understands specimen collection basics and potential complications.
• Communicates collection information to providers and patients as needed.
• Ensures specimen integrity and acceptability for testing.
• Processes specimens per protocol (centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, transport).
• Distributes specimens to testing personnel/section.
• Supports internal and external customers with problem solving.
• Monitors supplies and maintains benches and equipment.
• Supports testing in assigned departments; may include slide prep, microbiology setup, reagents preparation, run instruments, quality control and maintenance.

Conocimientos

OSHA compliance

Multitasking

Reading comprehension

Specimen handling

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Responsible for supporting the laboratory's technical professionals and technicians in the performance of clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory testing. Education Qualifications* High School Diploma / GED RequiredExperience Qualifications* 1 year Phlebotomy or laboratory experience. PreferredSkills and Abilities* Follows all OSHA guidelines and hospital and laboratory safety procedures. (Required proficiency)* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work, particularly during busy times. (Required proficiency)* Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. (Required proficiency)* Knowledge of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures. (Preferred proficiency)* Ability to follow directions accurately. (Required proficiency)* Strong attention to detail. (Required proficiency)What you will do* Reviews, clarifies and verifies healthcare provider orders for laboratory tests. Orders tests and receives specimen in the electronic health record. Follows protocols for patient and specimen identification.* Understands the basics of specimen collection and complications that can impact analytical results. Communicates specimen collection information directly to healthcare providers and patients as needed.* Understands specimen integrity and acceptability of a specimen for testing. Processes specimens according to correct protocol--centrifugation, aliquoting, storage, transport, special handling considerations (time, temperature, and light). Evaluates for proper type and adequate volume of specimen. Files slides and blocks accurately and according to procedure.* Distributes specimens and/or prepared slides to the appropriate testing personnel/section.* Acts as a support person for internal and external customers with regards to problem solving. Answers questions regarding test orders and specimen requirements.* Monitors supplies and inventory for area of responsibility. Cleans and maintains specimen processing and testing benches and equipment.* Supports testing in assigned departments. May include (1) Preparation, labeling and staining of slides (manually and/or automated); (2) Microbiology set-up/plating; (3) Preparation of reagents, standards and controls; (4) Running analytical instruments under the supervision of technical staff; (5) Performing quality control and/or routine maintenance on equipment.* Alert to sources of error. Determine duplicate and incorrectly ordered tests. Follows procedures for confirmation of frequently misordered tests.* Package specimens per International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations and facilitates transfer of specimens/slides/blocks to primary and/or reference laboratories.* Supports and provides training to new team members as directed.Required for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options* Position is Not Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability* On-Site; No RemoteScope* No Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour* Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Rarely less than 1 hour* Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Handling: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Hearing: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Pulling: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Pushing: Rarely less than 1 hour up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Repetitive Motions: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Sitting: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour* Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Walking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking Conditions* Chemical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour* Electrical: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour* Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Mechanical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Noise/Sounds: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWorking Conditions Comments: Occasionally works with weak acidic and basic chemicals. Some positions work with formalin and other preservative chemicals.