MUSCP – Clinical Laboratory Assistant – Childerns Health in West Ashley Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

MUSCP

• Clinical Laboratory Assistant
• Childerns Health in West Ashley
  Charleston, South Carolina
  MUSCP
• Clinical Laboratory Assistant
• Childerns Health in West Ashley

R-0000045411

West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina
Laboratory
Clinical & Research Support Services
Full Time
Job Description Summary
Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.
Entity
MUSC Health Partners (MHP)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type​
Regular
Cost Center

CC005526 CFC PC PEDS

West Ashley
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-19
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Job Description
Perform routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment
Perform related duties in laboratory to include storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimen and perform analytical tests
Understand and comply with laboratory Quality and Control and Quality Assurance policies and procedure for instrumentation and testing
Maintain records which demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
Prepare solutions, reagents and stains following the standard laboratory formulas and procedures
Maintain detailed records of tests performed and report laboratory test results to appropriate personnel; recognize Quality Control shifts and trends to take appropriate action whenever necessary
Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on test equipment, clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments, maintain laboratory supply chemical sand glassware; perform routine maintenance on equipment
Follow up on patient lab specimens sent to reference laboratories for results
Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, heel stick or finger stick
Carry out Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis without microscope
Utilize CPA and laboratory information systems and software
Interact in a professional manner with doctors, mid-level providers, nurses, CMAs, and other personnel to provide technical guidance and address concerns
Receive accurate information on all patients and update all demographic fields required
Oversee and co-sign proficiency testing for all COLA-certified labs
Review staff lab competencies for completion monthly
Perform monthly quality assurance reporting and documentation
Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education:

High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience:

0-6months. State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Certificate of Phlebotomy preferred. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements:

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+

• ) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36″ to overhead 25 lbs.

Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.