Brigham and Women's Hospital · 1 day ago
Senior Lab Control Tech
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$20.43/hr - $29.21/hr
2+ years expBrigham and Women's Hospital is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, teaching, and community service. They are seeking a Senior Lab Control Tech responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of specimens through laboratory operations, processing samples, and maintaining laboratory equipment while providing support to supervisors and coordinators.
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Responsibilities
Processes specimens for testing:
Accessions specimens. Performs specimen receipt in SQ, and other log-in procedures, making certain all pertinent information is included in the process. Makes certain all “stat” and other priority samples are processed first
Labels specimens and properly forwards them for testing. Makes certain the number and color of tubes is correct. Makes certain “stat” specimens are readied for processing first. Alerts bloods gas technician when specimen is ready for testing. Delivers “superstat” samples
Processes specimens by centrifugation/8100 as needed. Makes certain specimens are spun in order of their priority. Scans non-8100 specimen numbers into computer for monitoring of turnaround times
Aliquots samples as needed, including use of BSL Hood for advanced level processing. Makes certain that amounts and types of specimens are aliquoted correctly. Maintains sample integrity per established procedures. Places samples in the appropriate locations for pick-up by other labs or for reference lab testing
Accessions specimens in Powerpath. Performs specimen verification per Powerpath procedures, making certain all pertinent information is included in the process. Makes certain all “stat” and other priority samples are processed first
Ensures the smooth operation of the Roche 8100 Pre-Analytic Analyzer (8100) Performs maintenance as required
Troubleshoots problems, calls for service as needed and reports issues to Supervisor and Technical Director
Trains staff on proper function of modules and monitoring of alarms Responsible for preparing and shipping specimens for Reference Laboratory testing:
Must know where specimen is to be sent as well as appropriate container and stability
Must have knowledge of current procedures as listed in the send out SOP. Responsible for laboratory operations on assigned weekends and holidays. This includes maintaining workflow, scheduling workstations and breaks, ensuring adequate staffing levels, and notifying supervisor of problems requiring further attention
Responsible for covering Sort workstation:
Verifies accuracy of tests logged and corrects them where necessary. Maintains requisitions for easy retrieval and scanning
Notifies providers of collection or processing errors and enters results into the computer
Performs troubleshooting duties for coordinators and clinicians
Prints and distributes reports as needed faxes reports upon request. Responsible for receiving, sorting and prioritizing all samples arriving in Lab Control
Makes sure that stat and other priority samples are processed first
Makes sure that all samples are accounted for, time stamped and distributed among workstations per established procedures
Maintains sample integrity per established procedures
Maintains order among requisitions to facilitate timely processing and minimize delays. Notifies technician in-charge of backups
Assists with canisters, courier and phone as needed. Stores and discards specimens per established protocols. Performs end-of shift duties as directed. Assists supervisor with scheduling, orientation, and training
Assists with workflow issues and other shift duties as directed by the Coordinators. Answers the phone as needed
Institutes emergency procedures during computer down time, following established protocols
Informs Coordinator and Supervisor when workstation supplies are low. Monitors and reports to supervisor, as needed, details on operation of laboratory equipment such as MPA, centrifuges, computer terminals, freezers, refrigerators. Maintains safety
Is responsible to be aware of JC National Patient Safety Goals and to comply with BWH and Laboratory polices and procedures Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Must have overall background in laboratory procedures and detailed knowledge of specimen handling, preparation, preservation and disposal, as well as knowledge of clinical laboratory terminology
Must be able to successfully complete annual competency testing at required workstations
Must be extremely organized and capable of working under pressure and be flexible to adjust schedule in accordance with the needs of the department
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to train and direct staff members
Must have the ability to handle questions and give pertinent information on the telephone
Must have the ability to interpret laboratory requisitions
Working knowledge of computers systems helpful. Training on LIS/HIS provided
Preferred
Prior Specimen processing experience preferred
Two years of previous Lab Control experience preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses
Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth
Company
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Brigham and Women's Hospital is an academic medical center based in Boston, Massachusetts.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$22.15MKey Investors
American Medical AssociationThe Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable TrustMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2023-06-21Grant
2022-06-30Grant· $16M
2021-01-08Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Caroline Fox
Associate Professor (Part Time), Medicine
David Silbersweig
Chairman Emeritus
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