Job Description

General Purpose of Job:  

Assist Clinical Laboratory Scientists with providing accurate & timely lab results to Physicians & Patients. Prepare & process samples for testing. Assist in media, reagent & quality control preparation & testing as directed.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis.  Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Perform “waived,” non-patient testing, & quality control testing, as directed;


• Assist with media/reagent preparation;


• Assist with study documentation, testing, quality control & record keeping;


• Properly prepare specimens for testing by centrifuging, aliquoting, & labelling, adhering to published procedures & guidelines;


• Receive & sort specimens, including blood, bodily fluid, & tissue;


• Evaluate specimens for correct identification & suitability for testing;


• Use complex scientific instruments to process specimens, adhering to published procedures & guidelines;


• Identify and correct problems and/or errors with submitted specimens, orders, and processing on scientific instruments;


• Follow established best practices to ensure that Patients, orders, & specimens are always identified & labelled correctly;


• Prioritize work based on Patient type & sample priority;


• Prepare specimens for transport & storage, deliver appropriate specimens to designated laboratory section for testing;


• Use a computer to verify sample collection information, retrieve patient test data, & enter data;


• Track specimens & work pending lists to identify incomplete tests & problems;


• Resolve problems by taking appropriate actions as dictated by the circumstances;


• Communicate effectively, & in accordance with the ICARE values, in-person, via the telephone, & via email;


• Provide instruction in laboratory technique, instrumentation, & application of laboratory test procedures to new Caregivers, students, fellows, residents & clients;


• Assist in training new Caregivers;


• Maintain inventory, replenish stock & supplies;


• Perform technical, clerical, & service duties as assigned, including (but not limited to: equipment cleaning & maintenance, emptying trash, washing dishes, taking & recording temperatures, filing & retrieving specimens, handling biohazard & chemical waste);


• Follow instructions given by Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Pathologists, & Leaders.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	• N/A
Work Experience	• Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.
Education	• High school diploma or GED • Completed two college level science courses or 1 year of laboratory experience. • Recent completion of a course in Medical Terminology or completion within 60 days following employment.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	• Ability to read, follow directions, & perform procedures associated with specimen collection, handling & processing. • Ability to recognize problems & take corrective actions. • Ability to communicate effectively & professionally both in person & via the telephone. • Ability to work well under pressure & to handle crisis situations. • Ability to function as part of a team dedicated to Patient care. • Ability to use a keyboard as required to perform the essential duties of the job. • Ability to follow instructions.