Senior Technical Assistant

HNL; Douglass Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technical Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing moderately complex laboratory testing and ensuring the accuracy of results in a fast-paced environment. Your attention to detail will be crucial as you handle specimens, conduct quality control, and assist in training new staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital healthcare services while working alongside experienced professionals. If you are passionate about laboratory work and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; A.S. degree preferred.
• 2 years in a clinical environment with data processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderately complex laboratory testing under supervision.
• Accurately complete work and report results according to SOPs.
• Provide training for new employees/students.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Data Processing

Specimen Handling

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A.S. Degree

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

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Senior Technical Assistant

Apply locations Gilbertsville, PA time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR120497

Processes and prepares specimens for transport and/or analysis. May perform technical duties relative to simple Quality Control and waived and moderately complex level testing under direct supervision of a technologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs CLIA classified moderately complex laboratory testing and enters results into the Laboratory Information System under direct supervision of a technologist.
• Recognizes and corrects instrument malfunctions within the scope of the operator’s manual and records troubleshooting activities.
• Performs testing that is specifically designated by the department.
• Accurately completes work and reports results according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prioritizes/reorganizes work to respond to STAT/Emergency requests.
• Follows established department SOPs for specimen handling and abnormal critical values and communicates to customer accordingly.
• Provides clinical orientation and/or training of new employee/students.
• Performs basic quality control functions pertaining to moderate complexity testing, instrument checks and notifies a technologist with any discrepancies.
• Accurately calibrates pipettes and thermometers (and records data) according to SOPs.
• Prepares reagents/controls for specimen testing according to SOPs.
• Prepares and/or collects specimens (blood, urine, feces, or other body fluids) for analysis including accurate labeling.
• Inventories and maintains adequate supplies, including restocking shelves when appropriate or notifies a technologist of shortages.
• Participates in Continuous System Improvement (CSI) and continuing education programs.
• Assists in competency review of new and current Technical Assistants and notifies supervisor/manager of any issues in a timely manner.

Molecular/Microbiology

• Logs applicable information into the NEDSS system or sending information to other states.

Toxicology/ACL’s

• Handles Forensic Toxicology specimens, data, and reports according to forensic testing guidelines.
• Handles legal inquiries, search warrants, and subpoenas.

Pathology/Histology/Cytology

• Performs fine needle aspiration (FNA) assistance.
• Completes frozen section cutting.
• Acts as Gross Room/Operating Room liaison to assist with problem resolution and provide educational in-service, as needed.
• Functions as Safety representative for designated area.
• Coordinates paperwork between LVHN and vendors for legal cases, hardware disposal, and products of conception.
• Performs all applicable duties assigned to Technical Assistant.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Two years in a clinical environment with data processing/specimen handling experience. A.S degree preferred or an equivalent demonstration of education and experience. Graduate of heath/ medical assistant or similar training program from an accredited institution where general laboratory technique is taught. Must meet CLIA 88 personnel requirements for moderate complexity testing.

B. Language Ability:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English. Ability to write simple correspondence in English. Ability to effectively present information to one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

C. Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

D. Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Must have the ability to perform all duties with accuracy and attention to detail.

E. Computer Skills:

Ability to use Laboratory Information System in addition to various other software programs.

F. Certificates and Licenses:

No certifications needed.

Address:

1109 Grosser Road

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Gilbertsville

Position Type:

Onsite

Work Schedule:

11P-11A Variable Days, Monday through Sunday, including a weekend and holiday rotation.

Department:

1046-00217 LVH Gilbertsville