| Location | Hebron, NE |
| Salary | $1,867–$2,007 |
Position Summary:
Contributes to the fulfillment of the health system’s vision and mission by exercising appropriate judgment based on knowledge and skills, contributing and participating in all aspects of the laboratory department.
Supervision: Reports to Director of Laboratory.
Principal Responsibilities:
Maintains and performs laboratory services in accordance with CLIA standards and within the established budget.
Adheres to test methods that provide the quality of results required for patient testing.
Ensures procedures are adhered to so that tests are performed accurately.
Participates in proficiency testing and ensures PT samples are tested like patients and results are reviewed, problems identified and corrected. Signs PT testing prior to submission.
Adheres to quality assurance and quality control programs.
Maintains acceptable levels of analytical performance.
Ensures technical problems are corrected and patient test results are reported only when systems are working properly.
Monitors testing procedures to ensure acceptable levels of performance.
Ensures reports are adequate.
Utilizes consultation when needed.
Has proper education, training, and experience prior to reporting patient results.
Identifies training needs and participates in regular in-service training.
Required to read procedure manuals for all available tests annually.
Works closely with a reference lab to ensure high-quality testing, correct billing, and timely reports for send-out tests.
Coordinates ordering and receiving laboratory supplies.
Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and compiles statistics for administration.
Develops and maintains a professional working relationship with the medical staff.
Maintains an environment of transparency, respect, and open communication with other departments to ensure quality service to patients.
Maintains an efficient, effective LEAN process in all aspects of laboratory actions and responsibilities.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Maintains strict confidentiality.
Attends seminars/workshops pertaining to the department. Attends committee and employee meetings.
Participates in volunteer activities that promote community, hospital, and individual growth.
May be asked to serve on special committees as management and laboratory director requirements.
Operates and maintains all laboratory equipment.
Keeps workrooms, equipment, and accessories clean.
Obtains various specimens from patients, either at bedside, at nursing home, or in the lab, including capillary, venous, and arterial specimens. Works with pediatric through geriatric patients.
Performs tests and related duties in urinalysis, chemistry, microbiology, coagulation, serology, hematology, and transfusion services using standard laboratory methods and techniques as determined by the pathologist.
Performs tasks related to these tests, such as posting results, recording patient charges, identifying and labeling specimens to be retained, and preparing specimens for send-out or mailing.
Maintains instrumentation by performing scheduled preventive maintenance.
Needs to be proficient in computers, LIS/HIS systems, and EMR.
Shares in rotation for on-call to perform emergency tests during the night, on weekends, and holidays.
Develops and maintains an environment of safety.
Required to review, validate, and enter written orders into the LIS.
Required to register patients into the LIS for their lab appointment.
Promotes an environment free of drama, focused on patient testing and care.