Lab Technician

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Job Title: Lab Technician Department: Laboratory Reports To: Lab Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Date: 12/28/2022 Position Summary Performs laboratory tests to support research efforts in identifying potential drug or biologic candidates for efficacy against disease through a variety of scientific techniques, instrumentation, and disciplines by performing the following duties. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Works collectively with the clinical team by providing services as directed by the physician and/or nurse manager.Generate Data from a Variety of Laboratory techniques and analytic instrumentation such as Hematology, Chemistry.Participate in experiment designed to evaluate the effectiveness of new methodology by running batch samples against library of known substances, Controls, Calibrators .Adheres to industry and government standards regarding technique and safe handling of biohazards materials/Specimens.Calibrates analytical instrumentation.Tabulates and Graphs data, and prepare technical reports for Lead Lab Tech / Lab Manager.Access data acquisition software and enters data in multiple or off-site such as Proficiency testing institute.Maintains laboratory notebooks, archives, and sample or specimen repository.Perform other duties as assigned Safety/Infection Control Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials Performance Improvement Participate in performance improvement activities as necessary Customer Service Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues and adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations.Demonstrate effective interpersonal skillsTreat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respectUtilize effective communication methods and skillsExplain all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriersAble to perform care in non-judgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs Company Policy Ensure personal appearance is business casual and professional at all timesResponsible for wearing identification badge at all times which must be visible and above the waistlineAttend all required meetings and in-service educationRemain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignmentsCompliance with attendance standardsDemonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessaryQualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent; one to two years related experience and/or training preferred.Maintains professional growth and development though seminars, workshops, and professional affiliation to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertiseSeeks feedback to enhance own performanceCompletes annual educational requirementsLANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITYAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationAbility to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distanceAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsCOMPUTER SKILLSBasic computer skillsCERTIFICATE/LICENSESBLS Competencies Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at handResponsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led toCommunication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others, and give feedbackFlexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiativesIntelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledgeEnergetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasmOrganized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplishedComputer Savvy: The ability to use technology efficiently and effectivelyCustomer Service: The ability to enhance customer satisfactionJob Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Knowledgeable of current role and technical systems, and the impact it has on the organizationIntegrity and Respect: Demonstrates upmost level of integrityInterpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situationCollaboration and Partnership: Encourages participation from team membersManages Change: Demonstrates flexibility with changing environmentsProblem Solving: Resolve issues in a timely mannerAttention to Detail: Follows procedures to ensure entry of dataOrganization: Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activitiesJudgment: Ability to make independent decisionsTeamwork: Works with others to accomplish objectives and shows support for decisionsQuality: Sets high standards to ensure quality in work performedAccountability: Takes responsibility for adhering to all company policies, procures, and performance expectations Physical Demands The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. Work Environment Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation Employee Signature Printed Name Employee Signature Date Job Title: Lab Technician Department: Laboratory Reports To: Lab Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Date: 12/28/2022 Position Summary Performs laboratory tests to support research efforts in identifying potential drug or biologic candidates for efficacy against disease through a variety of scientific techniques, instrumentation, and disciplines by performing the following duties. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Works collectively with the clinical team by providing services as directed by the physician and/or nurse manager.Generate Data from a Variety of Laboratory techniques and analytic instrumentation such as Hematology, Chemistry.Participate in experiment designed to evaluate the effectiveness of new methodology by running batch samples against library of known substances, Controls, Calibrators .Adheres to industry and government standards regarding technique and safe handling of biohazards materials/Specimens.Calibrates analytical instrumentation.Tabulates and Graphs data, and prepare technical reports for Lead Lab Tech / Lab Manager.Access data acquisition software and enters data in multiple or off-site such as Proficiency testing institute.Maintains laboratory notebooks, archives, and sample or specimen repository.Perform other duties as assigned Safety/Infection Control Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials Performance Improvement Participate in performance improvement activities as necessary Customer Service Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues and adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations.Demonstrate effective interpersonal skillsTreat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respectUtilize effective communication methods and skillsExplain all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriersAble to perform care in non-judgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs Company Policy Ensure personal appearance is business casual and professional at all timesResponsible for wearing identification badge at all times which must be visible and above the waistlineAttend all required meetings and in-service educationRemain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignmentsCompliance with attendance standardsDemonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessaryQualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent; one to two years related experience and/or training preferred.Maintains professional growth and development though seminars, workshops, and professional affiliation to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertiseSeeks feedback to enhance own performanceCompletes annual educational requirementsLANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITYAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationAbility to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distanceAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsCOMPUTER SKILLSBasic computer skillsCERTIFICATE/LICENSESBLS Competencies Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at handResponsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led toCommunication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others, and give feedbackFlexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiativesIntelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledgeEnergetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasmOrganized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplishedComputer Savvy: The ability to use technology efficiently and effectivelyCustomer Service: The ability to enhance customer satisfactionJob Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Knowledgeable of current role and technical systems, and the impact it has on the organizationIntegrity and Respect: Demonstrates upmost level of integrityInterpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situationCollaboration and Partnership: Encourages participation from team membersManages Change: Demonstrates flexibility with changing environmentsProblem Solving: Resolve issues in a timely mannerAttention to Detail: Follows procedures to ensure entry of dataOrganization: Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activitiesJudgment: Ability to make independent decisionsTeamwork: Works with others to accomplish objectives and shows support for decisionsQuality: Sets high standards to ensure quality in work performedAccountability: Takes responsibility for adhering to all company policies, procures, and performance expectations Physical Demands The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. Work Environment Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation Employee Signature Printed Name Employee Signature Date

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