Laboratory Technicians (2 Positions)

POSITION PURPOSE

The Laboratory Technician manages the activities of the laboratory and in accordance with clinical, administrative policies, Federal, State, IHS and CLIA regulations; recommends department procedures and methods of operation. The incumbent is responsible for performing lab collections and testing, urine drug screens, infectious control, and safety for the clinic setting. Incumbent is responsible for supply ordering for all materials and related duties to support patient care. Essential Duties, functions, & Responsibilities Perform laboratory collections and testing. Collects specimens according to clinic/laboratory policies and procedures for laboratory services. Completes the waived and moderate complexity lab test menu. Prepares specimens for reference laboratory testing. Prepares cultures for incubation. Performs urine drug testing for clinic patients and RTG employees; maintains chain of custody. Completes documentation of patient's results in charts. Recognizes normal, abnormal, and critical value laboratory findings and follows procedure for reporting all results to requesting provider. Completes patient's charges for all laboratory testing done. Ensures provider receives timely results of all laboratory tests. Maintains quality control for the laboratory. Determines and records daily quality assurance. Participates and keeps CLIA policies and procedures up to date. Maintain quality control for the laboratory according to policies and procedures. Determines and records daily temperatures for lab refrigerators, freezers, and laboratory. Performs and documents daily and period quality control for laboratory services according to clinic policies and procedures. Recognizes variations in quality control results and follows procedures for corrective actions. Participates in proficiency programs. Monitors all equipment and devices and reports deviations from standards in a timely manner. Follow all safe and healthy work practices. Complies with State or Band site-specific policies and procedures, safety and health standards and regulations. Assist in maintaining laboratory and supplies. Monitors inventory of needed supplies and assures that supplies are not out of date or run out. Receives incoming supplies, validates accuracy of shipments, stock, and properly rotate supplies. Maintains a clean and orderly work and supply area. 4. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Two years of lab related experience.

Education:

• Laboratory Technician AS, from an Accredited program; or
• Successful completion of an official Military Medical Laboratory Procedures Course of at least 50 weeks duration; or
• LPN or RN Degree; or
• Dental Assistant.

License/Certification:

• ASCP Board Certification or must have a State of Minnesota licensure as a Dental Assistant, Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse.

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of laboratory functions in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of universal precautions, generally accepted safety practices, radiation safety and quality control practices for the clinical laboratory.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy, waived and moderate complex laboratory testing.
• Ability to work independently under general administrative and medical direction.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentially.
• Ability to perform routine computer data entry functions.
• Ability to demonstrate positive customer relations.
• Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Must have documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed prior to analyzing patient specimens. This training includes, but is not limited to, proper specimen collection, implementation of all standard lab procedures, skills needed for performing each test method and proper instrument use, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration.
• Must have a working knowledge of reagent stability and storage.
• Must have an awareness of the factors that influence test results.
• Must have the knowledge of how to implement quality control quality control policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess and verify the validity of patient test results.
• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and components) and general office equipment Use/storage/maintenance of multiple usernames and passwords. Computer-related problem-solving skills through the use of available training and help desk.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software and appropriate storage of electronic files.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.

Pay:

$18.03 - $22.54 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off

Work Location:

In person