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Fairview Health Services
Laboratory Care Technician
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What they do
A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
$47,750 / year median in Minnesota
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Job Overview Fairview is looking for a full time day shift Laboratory Care Technician to work at M Health Fairview Clinic
- Hugo , M Health Fairview Clinic
- North Branch , M Health Fairview Clinic
- Chisago City , and M Health Fairview Clinic
- Wyoming .
Hours for Saturday are:
8:45am-5:15pm This position is a Contract Flex Workforce position with an additional augmentation pay ($1.00) and mileage in accordance to IRS regulations to compensate for travel expectations between clinic sites. Working with diverse populations within a healthcare environment, the Laboratory Care Technician (LCT) plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional services in keeping with M Health Fairview Values as they interact with our patients, families, and co-workers. The LCT performs laboratory specimen collection at various M Health Fairview or outreach locations, as well as provides for safe and secure specimen handling and point of care testing. Responsible for accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and associated subsystems; monitoring computer logs for incomplete work; scheduling tests/procedures and providing results in LIS/HIS and over the phone, the LCT's attention to detail and accuracy are the foundation for our providing quality laboratory services. Working as an individual or team member, the LCT continuously works towards providing quality service improvement and optimum support to the department and team members in achieving M Health Fairview's goals. Responsibilities Follows established guidelines to obtain biological specimens and perform procedures. Collects biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Performs phlebotomy at various sites and communicates special handling needs of the specimen. Uses appropriate communications skills to meet patient/family and other customer needs. Demonstrates proficiency with point care testing and/or waived testing. May perform EKGs. May train others in phlebotomy skills. Ensures specimens are acceptable for testing, including properly identified. Processes specimens prior to testing or sending to reference labs. Performs daily quality control, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance. Monitors inventory, ordering and restocking supplies. Mentors and teaches students. Prioritizes work to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Prioritizes assigned work. Transports blood and body fluid under proper conditions and in a timely and safe manner. Seeks assistance appropriately for problem or unusual situations. Information processing. Accurately enters and releases order and collection information into LIS and subsystems. Monitors computer logs for incomplete work. Schedules tests/procedures. Provides results in LIS/HIS and reports over the phone. Acquires additional computer skills as appropriate to the work area. Supports and adheres to laboratory quality assurance program. Maintains a safe work environment. Adheres to safety protocols. Follows infection control guidelines. Responds appropriately to emergent situations. Flex workforce employees do not have a permanent "home" clinic location and support a region of clinics. The length of the assignment at a location will vary based on need (i.e. 1 day for ill call or an extended period of time to fill in for a leave of absence), which includes the expectation to travel to more than one clinic during the day. Flex workforce employees regularly travel to multiple clinics to fill open shifts and "regular" travel is defined as the expectation to be available to travel 100% at any time to different locations based on the business needs. Required Qualifications High School graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree.- Diploma, GED, equivalency evaluation, or transcript must be provided.
EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected statusQualifications:
$22.33- $28.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Bonuses/Stipends