SUMMARY: Night position
Performs specialized clinical laboratory testing in all clinical laboratory disciplines. Performs and reports results, proof tests and assumes responsibility for accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Utilizes laboratory computer systems to document all actions taken concerning patient and quality control testing.
- Performs laboratory testing following laboratory policies and procedures.
- Performs and documents instrument calibrations following manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance following laboratory policies and procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Performs quality control testing as required in laboratory policies and procedures. All remedial actions taken for out of control results will be documented.
- Performs STAT testing in a timely manner and has the ability to organize testing priorities during heavy workload situations to expedite patient testing results.
- Relays Panic Values to ordering service and documents all actions taken.
- Follows laboratory safety policies and procedures including Standard Precautions.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs venous and arterial puncture to obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintains clean work area and adequate supplies and reagents.
- Assists in researching and implementing new testing procedures.
- Assists in training and supervision of Laboratory Assistants.
- Supervises lab assistants and phlebotomists on weekends and after office hours.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and ability to follow instructions.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION:
- Four-year college degree with a valid Clinical Laboratory License issued by the State of California Department of Health Services required.
AGE OF POPULATION SERVED:
Newborn Infant/Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric All X No Patient Care
Skills Required
- Valid Clinical Laboratory License issued by the State of California Department of Health Services
- Four-year college degree
- Ability to perform venous and arterial puncture (phlebotomy/arterial draws)
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
- Good manual dexterity and ability to follow instructions
- Experience performing instrument calibrations, routine preventative maintenance, and quality control following manufacturers' guidelines and lab policies
- Ability to perform and document testing and use laboratory computer systems; prioritize STAT testing and report panic values
- Willingness/ability to work night shift and supervise lab assistants and phlebotomists on weekends and after hours
What We Do
Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District, an Affiliate of the Scripps Health Network is proud to be the only ISO 9000:2008 certified hospital in the County of Imperial. ISO 9000:2008 certification is an international signal of our dedication and commitment to protecting our patients’ health and safety while they are with us. Located in Southern California, Pioneers Memorial Hospital is a highly recognized, 107-bed, acute care facility accredited by DNV - which stands for Det Norske Veritas – the Nordic Truth, is a hospital accreditation organization approved by the U. S. Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and has some of the most strenuous standards in healthcare. We are committed to providing state-of-the-art healthcare and the highest quality community education. Located in Imperial Valley in southeastern California, Pioneers opened our doors in 1950. From the very beginning, we have been committed to continually updating, upgrading and improving our facility and our care. We have invested in technological advancements not commonly found in a hospital of our size. We offer a modern 16-bed emergency facility. We are a level 4 trauma center with an excellent reputation and board-certified emergency physicians. We offer specialized treatment through our Cancer Institute, Wound Clinic, Joint Replacement, Physical Therapy Center, Pioneers Health Center and Calexico Health Center. Within the Phyllis Dillard Family Medical Center is a duo surgery suite for obstetrical and gynecological surgeries. There are 14 suites in our Perinatal Department within the Women’s Center and we deliver approximately 1,800 babies per year.
