PRN Med Lab Technician

Clarke County Hospital; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarke County Hospital is seeking a laboratory professional to obtain, label, and deliver specimens; prioritize and report test results; and ensure adherence to universal precautions and regulatory standards. The role involves troubleshooting, quality control, and collaboration with physicians and staff to maintain high diagnostic accuracy.

Strong professionalism and willingness to participate in ongoing education are essential.

Qualifications

• Current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory guidelines.
• Annual education and competency requirements completed within calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Obtains, labels and delivers laboratory specimens in accordance with universal precaution standards.
• Prioritizes, performs and reports results of laboratory tests within established time frames and procedures.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Performs and documents troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations and problem solving activities to meet regulatory requirements.
• Recognizes abnormal results and refers them to the appropriate personnel.
• Displays professionalism in interactions with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other departments; participates in team decisions.
• Observes opportunities for improvement and communicates ideas with the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as directed by the lead tech or manager.
• Serves as a role model to new employees by answering questions and helping familiarize new employees to department/hospital policies.
• Adheres to hospital and department policies and procedures including safety, environmental, infection control, and quality assurance; participates in required educational programs.

Job description

• Obtains, labels and delivers laboratory specimens in accordance with universal precaution standards.
• Prioritizes, performs and reports results of laboratory tests within established time frames and procedures.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Performs and documents troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations and problem solving activities, to meet regulatory requirements.
• Recognizes abnormal results and refers them to the appropriate personnel.
• Displays professionalism at all times (i.e. communication with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other departments). Participates in team oriented decision making processes.
• Observes opportunities for improvement and communicates these ideas with the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as directed by the lead tech or manager.
• Serves as a role model to new employees by answering questions and helping familiarize new employees to the policies of the department/hospital.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures; including (but not limited to) objectives related to safety, environmental, infection control, and quality assurance. Participates in educational programs as required.

Basic Clarke County Hospital (CCH) Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates Clarke County Hospital Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to hospital policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.