The Drug Screen Technician performs specimen collection, point of care testing, and other clinical duties as ordered by the supervising physician/provider. To include, but not limited to DOT and non-DOT urine drug screens, DOT and non-DOT breath alcohol testing, hair specimen collections, and oral fluid collections. This position strictly adheres to DOT, SAMHSA, CLIA, HIPAA, and internal standards while providing excellent service to donors, clients, and clinical staff.
Education and/or Experience A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current Basic Life Support (BLS) active DOT qualified Screening Test Technician (STT) and Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) training
Responsibilities • Performs various CLIA waived lab tests. • Performs quality controls and maintains appropriate records/documentation of Quality Assurance/Quality Control of lab procedures, equipment, and any other tests as regulated by CLIA guidelines and company policy. • Certified Phlebotomists are permitted to perform the duty of peripheral venipuncture under the direct order and supervision of a physician on duty and must have documented training for procedures. • Cleans instruments and equipment per company guidelines, maintains stock in all exam rooms before, during, and after each shift. Assists to turn over exam rooms, procedure rooms, treatment rooms, immediately after a patient is discharged from that room. • Collects urine drug screens in accordance with SAMSHA and DOT guidelines. Maintains the drug screen program by insuring that all paperwork is filed and communicated to appropriate companies while preserving the chain of custody. • Performs hair follicle collection. • Performs evidential breath alcohol testing in accordance with DOT guidelines. • Performs on or offsite as directed by the supervisor/manager. • Assists nurse on duty at all times during a shift, including but not limited to, the unpacking of supplies, maintaining the general aesthetics of the clinic, discharging patient, and assisting non-ambulatory patients to and from the building, and documenting appropriately, as well as other duties as assigned. • Performs audiometric testing. • Performs pulmonary function testing. • Performs electrocardiograms when ordered by the physician. • Patient care - assists with triage, examinations, and discharges in a manner which promotes high quality, patient focused health care. • Assists with the sterile or non-sterile set up for minor procedures, and other clinical duties. • Maintains appropriate clinical standards. Follows the policy and procedures as written in the Company Policy and Procedure Manual. • Accurately, efficiently and completely document all clinical patient care data. • Participates in department quality improvement activities, staff educational programs, attends departmental meetings, and demonstrates and maintains clinical competency in the delivery of patient care services in accordance with Company guidelines. • Other duties as needed.
Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: • Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. • Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs. • Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality. • Oral Communication - Responds well to questions; participates in meetings. • Written Communication - Produces concise, legible, and complete written documentation. • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit. • Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability. • Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.