Oncology Lab Tech: Precise Specimen Analysis & QC

The US Oncology Network; Crown Point (IN); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Northwest Cancer Centers in Northwest Indiana is seeking an entry-level laboratory professional to perform specimen analysis, phlebotomy, and routine Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology tests. The role includes instrument maintenance and strict adherence to QA policies.

The position requires an Associate degree in medical technology or laboratory science, a state license if required, and 0–3 years of experience.

Formación

• Associates degree in medical technology or laboratory science.
• Current state license if required. AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
• Position is entry level and requires 0-3 years experience.

Responsabilidades

• Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting specimens from patients as ordered.
• Assists with special procedures as needed (bone marrows in the room).
• Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
• Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
• Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance.
• Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
• Prepares peripheral blood smear and performs complete WBC differential.
• Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment
• Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance. Processes specimens for send-out testing.
• Follows the laboratory's policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Verifies all critical results and documents with accurate follow-up.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing. Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as needed.
• Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
• Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.
• Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Complies with applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials. -Maintains a clean working environment.
• Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Conocimientos

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Educación

Associate degree in medical technology or laboratory science

Herramientas

Laboratory equipment

Descripción del empleo

Northwest Cancer Centers in Northwest Indiana is seeking an entry-level laboratory professional to perform specimen analysis, phlebotomy, and routine Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology tests. The role includes instrument maintenance and strict adherence to QA policies.

The position requires an Associate degree in medical technology or laboratory science, a state license if required, and 0–3 years of experience.