Kaiser Permanente Northwest · 6 hours ago
Assistant Laboratory Technician
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking an Assistant Laboratory Technician to provide technical and clerical support within the laboratory. The role involves preparing specimens for examination, performing quality control procedures, and communicating test results to authorized recipients.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Receive incoming specimens or blood components and log in according to department policies and work instructions. Verify correct specimen identity. Evaluate that specimen has been collected correctly and handling requirements have been met. Notify testing staff of all STAT or ASAP test requests
Using Laboratory Quality Assurance policies, initiate problem solving in regards to missing, inadequate or compromised specimens or blood components. If the specimen has been collected incorrectly or the quality of the specimen is unacceptable INFORM the appropriate person(s) and/or arrange for recollection
Prepare specimen for testing on-site or for shipment to specific testing laboratory. Process may include but not limited to slide preparation/staining, centrifugation, separation, aliquoting, refrigeration/freezing, distribution or routing to testing areas. When indicated, determine most appropriate means of specimen transport. Ensure compliance with packaging and labeling regulations while maintaining specimen integrity
Under technical supervision, perform waived testing according to clia regulations. release and report test results when appropriate
Receive and screen incoming phone requests for patient reports. Following Confidentiality policy, provide test results to authorized recipients by consulting either the electronic or paper information sources. Call and/or fax abnormal, STAT or requested results to the appropriate person(s). Verify that verbal reports have been correctly received. Serve as a resource person by answering questions or providing instructions related to specimen collection and processing. when appropriate, refer calls to technical staff, pathologists or other department(s)
Support accurate record keeping by preparing accession logs, initiating worksheets, creating and maintaining files. Compile data for workload auditing, quality assurance monitors, research and patient history. Prepare completed patient reports for final distribution
Perform quality control and maintain records of routine maintenance procedures specific to the work area. Record any action taken to correct unacceptable quality control or equipment functions. conduct environmental safety checks where applicable. collect and package bio-hazardous and chemical waste for disposal
Ensure adequate levels of supplies in the work area through timely inventory and ordering practices. Order products and supplies through purchasing or specific vendor. Prepare and label reagents according to work instructions
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Passing score on Medical Lab Terminology Assessment
Demonstrated customer-focused service skills
Ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff at all levels
Willingness to handle patient specimens
Demonstrated ability to accurately perform multiple tasks within a limited time frame and attention to detail
Ability to lift and move containers weighing up to 30 pounds
Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language
Working knowledge of typing/computer keyboard (20 wpm)
Basic computer skills
Proven dependability and good attendance
Preferred
Experience in a medical laboratory
Experience in operating computer systems, printers, copiers and fax machines Working knowledge of Kaiser system
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize
Ability to use multi-line phone system
Demonstrated highly effective communication and human relation skills
Proficient in high-volume, detail-oriented tasks
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
Successful completion of four (4) or more classes at an accredited university or college in life sciences (including Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Genetics or related field)
Company
Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Kaiser Permanente is committed to helping shape the future of health care.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
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