Core Competencies

• Performs laboratory tests according to written laboratory procedure, evaluates test results for accuracy and clinical significance. Reports test results.
• Monitors test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.
• Ensures that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and test systems are properly functioning.
• Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.
• Prioritizes and coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Uses the appropriate hand off communication techniques (SBAR) when appropriate.
• Assists in training of new employees.
• Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
• Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.

Department Specific Competencies

• Dispenses blood and blood products to Nursing Personnel according to Blood Bank policies and procedures.
• Issues tissue products and derivatives to personnel according to Blood Bank policies and procedures.
• Adheres to the department’s policies and procedures for the manufacturing and labeling of blood products in compliance with FDA’s current good manufacturing practice regulations.
• Reads and interprets stained smears.
• Sets-up and reports molecular identification.
  

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License / Certification Requirements

Compensation Range

$46.88 - $77.97 / Hour