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TridentCare · 3 months ago

Point of Care Lab Technician

San Leandro, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$24.18/hr - $29.89/hr

TridentCare is a healthcare company seeking a Point of Care Lab Technician to perform waived laboratory tests in a remote or mobile setting under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager. The role involves monitoring quality of reagents, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and performing various laboratory tests and clerical functions associated with specimen integrity.

Health CareHealth DiagnosticsHospitalMedical Device

Responsibilities

Receives specimens from phlebotomists and couriers

May operate a delivery van to bring the mobile lab to an area of high volume of STAT testing when applicable

Enters patient demographics and test orders into lab information system

Checks the quality control of each test prior to running and reporting patient results. Ensures QC is within appropriate limits and brings problems to a supervisor/manager in real time

Performs lab testing in the areas of point of care which may include Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular and Coagulation

Data entry of test results

Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and bring any “rare and improbable” test results to the attention of a supervisor/manager

Performs blood collection to include venipuncture and capillary specimens

Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed

Close monitoring of STAT board to ensure STAT TAT goal is obtained consistently

Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and ensures compliance with state requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records

Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed

Performs maintenance on the automated instrumentation as needed

Records the quality control and maintains the QC records on all assays performed

Performs other tasks and procedures that are commensurate with education, training and abilities

Responsible for all clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification and reporting of department testing

Follows all safety protocols as outlined in safety manual

Qualification

MLTLVN licensePhlebotomy experienceLab process familiarityQuality control monitoringCommunication skillsDetail orientedOrganizational skills

Required

Must possess an active MLT or LVN license

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Detail oriented and organizational skills

Exercises accuracy and precision in completion of prescribed tasks and treatments

Valid driver's license with a good driving record and ability to drive safely

Familiarity with lab process and workflow

High school degree or equivalent

Any certification/licensure needed per state requirements. Must possess an active MLT or LVN license

State of California only – qualify as testing personnel for waived testing, a minimum of licensed medical laboratory technician or licensed vocation nurse