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External Job Description :
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BASIC PURPOSE:
Responsibilities include preanalytical and post analytical testing phases of routine laboratory work and all related activities, as well as support and backup for the phlebotomy team.
MAJOR WORK ACTIVITIES:
1. Efficiently covers all technical areas of the lab, demonstrating ability to maintain positive specimen identification, produce and report accurate results within an acceptable turn-around-time, and follow protocols for repeating and calling abnormal and stat reports.
2. Employs safe work practices, exercises proper care of equipment, and adheres to written policies and procedures for all tasks.
3. Performs appropriate instrument startup, shutdown, QC, maintenance, and calibration as required and maintaining records to comply with COLA/CLIA national standards.
4. Demonstrates ability to recognize abnormal situations and troubleshoot abnormal situations, basic instrument and testing problems in a manner that is timely and ensures both quality and efficiency; documents all remedial actions.
5. Exercises appropriate response and judgment when faced with unusually stressful situations (e.g., short-staffing, computer down-time, and natural or other emergencies), by maintaining composure and making sound decisions.
6. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. As employees of Moses Cone Health System, our behaviors must be aligned with our values of Outstanding Service, Caring Spirit, Innovative Climate, Integrity and Financial Viability. Our Standards of Behavior reinforce these corporate values and reflect our commitment to Service Excellence. Our Standards of Behavior are:
¨ Maintain a professional appearance
¨ Demonstrate a positive attitude to all customers and fellow employees
¨ Maintain a safe, clean and attractive environment.
¨ Communicate with compassion and courtesy
¨ Anticipate customer needs
¨ Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
2. Physical requirements include:
�(TM)� full range of body motion, with ability to assist patients in the reception/phlebotomy area
�(TM)� manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination
�(TM)� standing for extended periods of time
�(TM)� lifting/carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds
�(TM)� visual and audio acuity
�(TM)� normal color perception
Physical job demands may be subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
3. Mental skills include ability to:
�(TM)� read and follow instructions to perform manual and automated analyses
�(TM)� communicate appropriately with physicians, clinical staff, and patients
�(TM)� assess and interpret test outcomes in order to conduct appropriate follow-up
�(TM)� recognize and correct instrument problems to ensure accurate results
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