LABORATORY ASSISTANT, MICROBIOLOGY - FULL TIME, 1130-2000
Location: Bremerton Washington
Description: Harrison Medical Center is at present recruited LABORATORY ASSISTANT, MICROBIOLOGY - FULL TIME, 1130-2000 right now, this position will be placed in Washington. For complete informations about this position opportunity please read the description below. This is a multi-discipline position with three primary components: specimen accessioning, sample splitting/sorting and data entry. Prepares laboratory specimens for department prior to laboratory analysis and testing and routes specimens by type to various staging areas. Performs all paperwork, technical and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens. Assigns specific computer generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy and records all items processed. Operates data entry terminals and automated data systems, follows standard sequences/coding when entering data and corrects, edits, and/or verifies data entered into automated systems. Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing various equipment, media and work areas in the Clinical Laboratory. Maintains Clinical Laboratory inventory and performs various plating of specimens and staining under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Supervisor.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One to three years experience in a clinical laboratory setting is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Typing/data entry accuracy required. Strong organizational and time management skills. Proficient with numbers. Basic computer knowledge; must be able to work with computerized databases.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Cleans laboratory glassware, sinks, work benches, autoclave, and drying oven, using appropriate solvents, brushes and cloths. Follows standard precautions at all times. Uses hospital approved disinfectants for cleaning. Dries appropriate glassware in heating oven before storing in designated areas. Sterilizes bacteriology media and contaminated materials using the autoclave. Prepares liquid powder and crystalline chemicals to prepare stains, solutions and culture media following established formulas. Uses a simplified balance to weigh chemicals. Responsible for plating all cultures including fungus, acid fast and routine cultures on all specimens submitted to the Clinical Laboratory. Responsible for performing all routine stains on submitted specimens, including gram stains and Wright's stains. Performs qualitative urine analysis; color, clarity, specific gravity. Responsible for inventory in laboratory store room. Reports needed supplies to the Chief Medical Technologist. Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting. Demonstrates the values of team concept on a consistent basis. Submits suggestions to improve the Clinical Laboratory's efficiency. Interacts with other Clinical Laboratory personnel in a professional manner. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Must have regular, reliable, predictable attendance in performance of essential job functions.
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This position starts available on: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:02:55 GMT
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