Laboratory Technician I FT Varies

Under general direction of licensed personnel, the Laboratory Technician I works cooperatively with all team members to perform tasks related to pre-analytical functions of laboratory testing and other tasks required to maintain the lab section.

Core Competencies

• Prioritizes and coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
  
  
• Accessions all specimens received and verifies that all specimens are properly identified and labeled according to departmental procedure and timeframes.
  
  
• Labels, separates and otherwise prepares specimens.
  
  
• Prepares samples for designated analyzers according to procedure.
  
  
• Distributes specimens to appropriate work area in a timely manner.
  
  
• Loads samples on designated analyzers according to procedure.
  
  
• Disposes of samples according to department specimen retention policy.
  
  
• Practices sterile and aseptic technique and prevents cross contamination.
  
  
• Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.
  
  
• Labels incoming reagents with received/expiration date and stores appropriately.
  
  
• Records temperatures according to procedure as directed.
  
  
• Answers telephone calls in a timely manner; routes calls, ascertains needs, and takes accurate messages as is appropriate.
  
  
  
• Assists with the training of new department staff members in accordance with the departmental training process, including documentation process.
  
  
• Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
  
  
  
  
• Uses the appropriate hand off communication techniques (SBAR) when appropriate.
  
  
• Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.
  
  
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.
  
  

Department Specific Competencies

Education

DegreeProgramHigh School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationN/A
Additional Information

Experience

Number of Years ExperienceType of ExperienceN/A
Additional InformationN/A

License / Certification Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationGeneral StudiesCompensation Range
$20.35 - $29.32 / Hour