What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Care Technician position at Fairview Health Services?
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Fairview is looking for a fulltime Laboratory Care Technician to join their laboratory team at the Maplewood Clinic and Specialty Center location. The primary hours will be Monday - Friday 9:30am to 6:00pm, and one Saturday weekend shift every 5 weeks.
Working with diverse populations within a healthcare environment, the LCT plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional services in keeping with Fairview Values as they interact with our patients, families and co-workers. The LCT performs laboratory specimen collection at various Fairview or outreach locations, as well as, provides for safe and secure specimen handling and point of care testing. Responsible for accurately entering orders and collection information into the Laboratory Information System and associated subsystems; monitoring computer logs for incomplete work; scheduling tests/procedures and providing results in LIS/HIS and over the phone, the LCT's attention to detail and accuracy are the foundation for our providing quality laboratory services. Working as an individual or team member, the LCT continuously works towards providing quality service improvement and optimum support to the department and team members in achieving Fairview's goals.
Job expectations include:
Following established guidelines to obtain specimens and perform procedures, prioritizing work to achieve optimal patient outcomes, information Processing, maintaining a safe work environment, demonstrating ability to deliver care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served. Other duties may be assigned
Required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Education
High school graduate, equivalent, or a higher degree (Diploma, GED, equivalency evaluation, or transcript must be provided); -AND-
Completion of a formal phlebotomy education program; -OR-
Completion of three months of full-time clinical phlebotomy and laboratory experience; -OR-
Enrollment in MLT or MLS program including completion of a phlebotomy course.
Experience
Successful customer service background within a diverse cultural setting
License/Certification/Registration
Clinic roles: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www..fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $21 - $30
