Casual - As Needed - No Benefits, Afternoon Shift, 1500-2330
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Receiving and processing of clinical lab specimens.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE JOB FUNCTIONS
Properly process and prepare specimens for testing
Perform accurate patient and insurance data entry into Medipac
Order lab work from OPD, ALS and CareEvolve requisitions
Load the automated track according to established guidelines
Centrifuge and separate specimens according to test requirements
Aliquot as necessary
Monitor and empty tube system punctually; checking for stats and prioritizing work
Uphold and follow all hospital and department policies and procedures
Adhere to all established safety and Infection Control Policies
Maintain instrumentation/equipment in good working order
Provide technical information to laboratory "customers" and appropriately direct questions to the Unit Director and/or other Technical Specialists as indicated
Uphold and practice the highest level of professional integrity in all daily work functions, including confidentiality of patient records
Assists in projects or other tasks assigned by the Unit Director
Troubleshoot problems that arise
Other duties as assigned by the Unit Director and/or Technical Specialist
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High School Graduate
Must have some experience with medical terminology
Must have basic computer skills
Must be able to multi-task and maintain focus on duties.
Must be able to communicate effectively with peers, management and other healthcare personnel
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Department Hours: 24 hours/day, 365 days/year
Work hours are assigned by the Unit Director and/or Technical Specialist and can be on any shift depending upon the staffing needs of the department
Requires Saturday/Sunday and Holiday rotation
Requires occasional paid overtime before or after normal working hours, if approved
Works in a well-lighted and ventilated laboratory
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed. It does not contain a comprehensive inventory of all job duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Aultman reserves the right to revise this job description. Employment with Aultman is at-will, meaning both Aultman and employees have the right to end the employment relationship at any time and for any reason. The at-will nature of this employment cannot be altered by and verbal statement or alleged verbal agreement. It may only be changed by a legally-binding written contract covering employment status. Aultman will reasonable accommodate employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on Aultman or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.
Aultman Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. Aultman is an Equal Opportunity Employer that will make reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. To request an accommodation, please email our Human Resources department at hr@aultman.com, or call 330-363-5415 for further assistance.