What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Orthopaedic Associates, Inc?
The Lab Technician will work alongside the Pre-Op Department receiving or collecting, as well as processing, all blood and urine samples. The Lab Technician will extract blood from patients through venipuncture or finger sticks and prepare specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients. The Lab Technician will also supply diagnostic notes to physicians, healthcare professionals and hospitals and keep and maintain records of patient names, volume of blood drawn, and diagnostic findings if necessary. The Lab Technician will also assist the Clinical Assistants as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assessing patient needs, reviewing patient history, and determining the reason(s) for drawing blood
· Selecting gauge needles and preparing veins or fingers for blood drawing
· Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary
· Cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment used in the drawing and testing of blood specimens
· Prepare patients and diagnostic imaging equipment for EKG procedure and operate EKG equipment for EKG testing
· Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed
· Perform quality control and calibrate equipment if necessary
· Assist Clinical Assistants with phones calls and calling to get preop clearances
· Maintain equipment in proper working order and maintain a clean work area
· Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations
· Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with company policies and procedures