Job description
UFCW Local 7 - $37.47 - $42.52
“May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums: https://www.lmpartnership.org/local-contracts."
Works independently and performs a wide range of medical laboratory tests and procedures to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Guides, trains, and may provide leadership to students, clinicians and technical staff. Has knowledge of and adheres to all related regulatory requirements. Reports to the department or facility Laboratory Clinical Manager.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Performs and reports accurate and timley clinical laboratory tests in various sections of the laboratory. Maintains accurate documentation in accordance with accrediting body and laboratory policy. Analyzes and appraises lab results relative to each other and to the pertinent QC data. Solves problems and makes independent decisions. Assists others with more difficult procedures or interpretations. Recognizes various age-related needs and provides age appropriate care as indicated. Trains and orients new employees. Provides patient, provider and staff education.
- Participates in quality assurance activities. Performs and documents quality control. Recognizes and resolves variances from normal. Documents quality improvement activities according to protocol. Manages variance log processes and updates database. Assists clinicians in resolving quality concerns. Collaborates with supervisor to identify, develop and implement process improvements.
- Performs QC review as scheduled and recognizes and resolves deviations from QC rules. Investigates, resolves, and documents exceptions to proficiency surveys.
- Oversees and implements new method startup and correlation studies. Writes and revises standard operating procedures in accordance with regulations.
- Functions as a point of reference on clinical laboratory matters for other laboratory staff.
- Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and makes minor repairs to intstrumentation.
- Performs specimen collection procedures and processes specimens for tracking and transport as needed.
- Uses personal protective equipment appropriately and demonstrates safe work practices in accordance with laboratory and company policy. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
- Contributes to a cost-effective laboratory operation and helps maintain an adequate supply inventory.
- Assists manager in scheduling and finding replacement staff as needed. Participates in interviewing and selecting potential candidates for hiring. Prepares for and participates in the accrediting body inspection process. Reviews test results in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Oversees point-of-care testing areas and ensures compliance with accrediting agencies.
- Uses computer systems as required and according to company and departmental procedures.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills. Has positive customer interactions and demonstrates good service recovery skills. Conducts him/herself in accordance with the principles of the Labor Management Partnership.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A
Education
- Bachelor of Science degree required.
License, Certification, Registration
- Medical Technologist Certificate within 12 months of hire from American Society for Clinical Pathologists OR Medical Lab Scientist Certificate within 12 months of hire from American Society for Clinical Pathologists
Additional Requirements:
- N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
- N/A
PrimaryLocation : Colorado,Denver,Northfield Support Services
HoursPerWeek : 1
Shift : Variable
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
WorkingHoursStart : 12:01 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 11:59 PM
Job Schedule : Call-in/On-Call
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : C02|UFCW|Local 7
Job Level : Entry Level
Job Category : Laboratory
Department : Northfield Support Services - Pathology/Lab-Microbiology - 1608
Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
jorgevillanueva.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, jorgevillanueva.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, jorgevillanueva.com is the ideal place to find your next job.