Clinical Laboratory Technologist III

Job description

About Arnot Health
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.
Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
Learn more at www.arnothealth.org .
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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a. Maintains areas of responsibility in accordance with the standards established by external, licensing, accreditation, regulatory and auditing entities and is ready for unannounced inspections by other employees within the Arnot Health Systems as well as state and/or federal regulatory agencies.
b. Adheres to established Laboratory policies and procedures through all phases testing including but not limited to specimen handling, test analyses, quality control polices, instrument and procedural calibrations, instrument and equipment maintenance , and other quality assurance activities.
c. Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs and maintaining compliance with Occupational Medicine policies (i.e., PPD testing and Influenza vaccination). Participates in and documents a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education annually. Maintains competency for all laboratory testing performed in assigned areas.
d. Maintains a courteous and helpful rapport when dealing with patients, physicians, nurses, supervisors, visitors, coworkers and other employees of the Arnot Health System. In patient relations, maintains respect for the individual and provides age appropriate care. Communicates in a friendly and effective manner.
e. Is familiar with and adheres to all Arnot Health policies and procedures related to the position including but not limited to Corporate Compliance, Safety, Infection Prevention, and Human Resources.
f. Is capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Manager, Medical Director, and/or System Director of Laboratory Services. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
• Checks the accuracy of all equipment, instruments, media and reagents by performing established lab QC procedures.
• Performs and documents preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on instrumentation as needed.
• Processes testing and reports results as per protocol on all assigned platform.
• Properly utilizes the Lab Information System, to include all functions necessary to track and label specimens, releases results and maintains pending logs to ensure all requested testing is performed and completed. Utilizes the LIS to receive samples into the Laboratory, and process samples (decant). Utilizes the hospital information system to order testing on outpatient samples. Utilizes the LIS to batch samples for testing off site.
• Accurately documents results on appropriate worksheets and reports by computer and phone.
• Performs manual result review.
• Performs venipuncture as needed to assist within the department and other departments within the hospital.
• Utilizes the test catalog to determine specimen type, stability, and transport requirements.
• Processes samples to be sent to reference laboratories for additional testing.
• Performs non-culture based testing on various specimen types, to include antigen and antibody testing and molecular based testing.
• Performs blood bank testing for patients according to established procedures. Checks the accuracy of all equipment, instruments, and reagents by performing established lab QC procedures in the Blood Bank. Maintains an adequate blood product inventory. Exercises independent judgment for when blood product inventory is below acceptable levels and additional blood products need ordering. Orders additional blood products as needed. Independently performs quarterly maintenance activities including centrifuge calibrations, and equipment alarm checks.
• Takes responsibility to attend continuing education sessions, laboratory meetings and any required in-service training.
• Uses unassigned time productively.
• Accepts a schedule including rotating weekends and holidays as appropriate.
• Independently performs instrument calibrations, linearity studies, pipette and thermometer calibrations.
• Assumes responsibility of supply inventory and ordering activities.
• Participates in educational tours and training of students and new employees as directed.
• Assumes a lead role in a special project (technical investigations, audits, data sorting/tallying, report preparation, implementation of new technology).
• Oversees monthly QC review, manages proficiency testing paperwork and/or assists in LIS development.
• Participates in policy and procedure review. Updates documentation as needed.
• Acts as a Charge Technologist as directed.
• Accepts additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:
Bachelors degree, or higher, in clinical laboratory technology (or medical technology) from a program registered by the NYSDOE or determined by the NYSDOE to be substantial equivalent, or have received a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or the physical sciences or the substantial equivalent and also have received an advanced certificate from an accredited clinical laboratory technology program or a program determined by the NYSDOE to be the substantial equivalent in accordance Title 10, NYCRR section 58-1.5. Must have a NYSDOE Clinical Laboratory Technology license or have documentation that an application for a license has been submitted.
EXPERIENCE:
Meets all requirements of federal and state regulations for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist with good organizational and communication skills.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:
CPR required.
PHYSICIAL DEMANDS:
Light to moderate physical effort. Occasional prolonged standing and walking. Typical clinical laboratory environment.
EXPOSURE CATEGORY:
Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
** A.D.A. Essential Functions