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SUMMARY
:
Performs laboratory tests relevant to the section(s) in which they are assigned including quality control testing following established criteria.

Responsible for performing routine and non-routine activities

pertaining to

laboratory testing and the reporting of results under the guidance of the Medical Technologist. Performs assigned analytical testing procedures in

an accurate

,

precise

and

timely

manner.

In addition, performs clerical and computer re

lated activities

with a degree of supervision dependent on experience and

training.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND STANDARDS

Responsibility I

1


Performs

all tests

relative

to the section (s) in which they are assigned.

1.1

Follows

all laboratory approved policies and procedures.

1.2

Reviews and releases test results
- determines

acceptability of specimens.

1.3

Identifies

problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, corrects the problems

encountered

and

immediately

notifies the supervisor.

1.4

Follows department’s procedure in reporting STATS or critical results to caregivers.

Responsibility II

2


Performs

and

monitors

all QC and QA functions in their assigned section or instrument.

2.1

Reacts to and documents QC failures

notifying supervisor

immediately


2.2

Documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibration and all maintenance performed for review by supervisor.

2.3

Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications for immediate review by supervisor.

Responsibility III

3.

Ensuring that reagents/test kits have received dates,

expiration

dates and if applicable
- open

dates.

3.1

Maintains a clean and well stocked work area.

Responsibility IV

4


All

clerical and computer related duties as assigned.

4.1

Ability to understand and efficiently use the lab computer.

Responsibility V

5


Follows

all PPE requirements, CLIA, HIPAA,

OSHA

and safety guidelines as

descrived

in the safety manuals.

5.1

Know the location and contents of the safety manual


Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.

Responsibility VI

6


Participates

in government or regulatory agency inspections as

required


6.1 Maintains

clinical competency and current professional knowledge by reading relevant journal articles and attending training sessions.

Responsibility VII

7.

Demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect of all patients, family members, visitors and Medical Center personnel as

identified

in the philosophy

of Health
- Quest.

7.1

Displays a caring and courteous attitude and represents Health-Quest in a positive manner to all persons noted above.

7.2

Promotes and contributes positively to intra-departmental and inter-departmental relationships with no more than two complaints in a six-month period.

7.3

Maintains the confidentiality of employees and departmental information with no infractions


7.4

Adheres to departmental and Health-Quest dress codes as

observed

by Supervisor, and wears a Health-Quest picture identification badge, 100% of the time.

7.5

Maintains a professional demeanor at all times recognizing that the position is seen as an extensio

n of Health-Quest


7.6

Develops rapport with Health-Quest and Medical Center employees that enables them to bring concerns

freely


7.7

Demonstrates ability to work well with others to ensure all assigned work duties are completed in

a timely

and efficient manner.

7.8

Communicates effectively at all times to promote inter-departmental and intra-departmental collaboration.

7.9

Demonstrates willingness to

assist

co-workers and/or to accept

additional

assignments as requested to support the department's efficiency as

observed

by the supervisor.

7.10 Adheres to the hospital attendance and tardy policies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

**Education**:
AS

with an M

L

T degree

**Experience**: One year experience

**License**: Valid New York State Technician License

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL FACTORS

**Physical**: Light physical exertion

**Mental**:
Positive

attitude.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to biohazards and chemical hazards a possibility.

**Location**: Rhinebeck-NDH 6511 Springbrook Avenue

**Work Type**: Per Diem

**Standard Hours**: 0.01

**FTE**: 0.100000

**Work Schedule**: Day 8

**Work Shift**: Mon - Friday 7a-3:30p rotating weekends and holidays. Other shifts as needed

**Org Unit**: 1048

**Department**: NDH Clinical Lab

**Exempt**: No

**Grade**: S8

**Salary Range**:
$24.9186 - $46.2774 Hourly

**Working conditions**:
**Essential**:

- Significant manual skills / motor coord & f