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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Medical Center's Mission and Values.

2. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

3. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

4. Monitors the collection, transportation, storage, identification and processing of specimens to ensure specimen integrity prior to testing. Takes appropriate action if acceptable criteria are not met.

5. Accurately enters patient demographics, insurance information, diagnosis codes, and laboratory test orders into laboratory or hospital information systems. Accessions specimens into appropriate laboratory system including specific specimen source and collection information.

6. Performs specimen preparation including proper identification, aliquoting, and handling/storage instructions and procedures.

7. Performs specimen processing according to laboratory procedures to include manual processes and instrumentation operation.

8. Performs preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment. Communicates problems to appropriate staff members.

9. Observes all safety and infection control practices where indicated.

10. Demonstrates the ability to organize, prioritize, and execute daily workload. Maintains a neat and orderly workplace.

11. Adheres to all Laboratory and Hospital Policies & Procedures.

12. Effectively communicates with laboratory staff and clients in a professional manner. Responds promptly and courteously to client requests, concerns, and questions.

13. Assists in the instruction and orientation of new laboratory staff.

14. Maintains confidentiality with all information consistent with HIPAA and laboratory policy.

15. Maintains adequate supplies levels in the work area and orders items as needed.

16. Attends workshops and continuing education seminars that are applicable to job duties.

17. Participates in committees as approved by supervisor.

Schedule: PRN (As Needed)

MINIMUM EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or GED required. Medical terminology and experience preferred. Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran