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Clinical Laboratory Technician
full-time•Lake Jackson
About this role
QuadMed is seeking a Full Time Clinical Laboratory Technician or Scientist to join our DOW Family Health Center!
Schedule: Monday- Friday, (40 hours/week, five 8-hour shifts) no weekends, no holidays!
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The Clinical Laboratory Technician participates in the multidisciplinary process of delivering diagnostic information to providers and offers ethical expertise to the professional medical staff. The Clinical Laboratory Technician will function within the scope of practice regulated by State and National government as well as various accrediting agencies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs patient and Quality Control (QC) testing, develops skills and maintains abilities in all assigned laboratory areas
- Maintains proper inventories and correctly uses supplies and reagents
- Performs advanced equipment troubleshooting and equipment maintenance
- Ensure necessary procedures are followed before utilizing equipment after service. Workstations are restocked with supplies to maintain a consistent workflow.
- Specimen status (pending log, problems, critical values, etc.) is communicated to the appropriate person(s)
- Participates in quality, safety, and compliance programs
- Performs phlebotomy: capillary punctures, and venipunctures as appropriate for patients of all ages requiring the procedure
- Follows established safety practices including biohazards, exposure control plan (blood-borne pathogens), infection control to include universal precautions, employee right to know (hazardous chemicals), and chemical hygiene standard
- Promotes effective working relationships as part of a team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
- Attends all in-service and continuing education as required by health and wellness center, policy, and licensure requirements
- Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment
- Maintains strict confidentiality of Personal Health Information and adheres to HIPAA regulations
- May be able to perform direct observations and do competency on other employees
- Other duties as assigned by the lab supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Graduate from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in medical laboratory technology.
Experience:
- One (1) year of experience in a clinical laboratory environment preferred.
- Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Current board certification (ASCP or another recognized certifying board).
- Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing and demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and should have LIS experience.
- Good analytical judgment, troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Personable, friendly, team orientated.
- Organized, accurate and detail oriented
Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and providers - Bilingual a plus
- Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.
- Potential for travel to other moderately complex labs
Creating a better way. It’s more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It’s our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential – at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better.
Harry Quadracci was determined to do things differently, and to do them better. In 1991, the visionary print manufacturing CEO founded QuadMed out of the belief that there had to be a better way to provide his employees with access to affordable, high-quality health care. And what started as doing the right thing, ended up sparking a health care revolution. Now 30 years later, we partner with employers across the nation to provide value-driven health and wellness services in or near the workplace. With a focus on breaking down cost, access and quality barriers, we empower employees and their families to live healthier, happier lives.
We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.
QuadMed and Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. QuadMed and Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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What you'll do
- The Clinical Laboratory Technician performs patient and quality control testing while maintaining proper inventories and ensuring equipment is functioning correctly. They also communicate specimen status and participate in quality, safety, and compliance programs.
About Quad
Quad (NYSE: QUAD) is a global marketing experience company that helps brands make direct consumer connections, from household to in-store to online. Supported by state-of-the-art technology and data-driven intelligence, Quad uses its suite of media, creative and production solutions to streamline the complexities of marketing and remove friction from wherever it occurs in the marketing journey. Quad tailors its uniquely flexible, scalable and connected solutions to clients’ objectives, driving cost efficiencies, improving speed to market, strengthening marketing effectiveness, and delivering value on client investments.
Quad employs approximately 13,000 people in 14 countries and serves approximately 2,700 clients including industry leading blue-chip companies that serve both businesses and consumers in multiple industry verticals, with a particular focus on commerce, including retail, consumer packaged goods, and direct-to-consumer; financial services; and health. Quad is ranked as the 14th largest agency company in the U.S. by Ad Age (2023), and the second-largest commercial printer in North America, according to Printing Impressions (2023).
For more information about Quad, including its commitment to ongoing innovation, culture and sustainable impact, visit quad.com.
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