What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician - PRN position at SP MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC?
Essential Job Functions
- Conduct Experiments: Perform laboratory tests and experiments in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Sample Preparation: Collect, process, and prepare samples for analysis, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
- Equipment Maintenance: Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are functioning correctly and safely.
- Data Recording: Accurately record observations and findings, maintaining laboratory records, logs, and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Quality Control: Conduct quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results, troubleshooting any technical issues that arise.
- Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Ability
- Educational Background: Associate’s degree or postsecondary certification in clinical laboratory science or a related field. Some positions may require a bachelor’s degree.
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of laboratory procedures and techniques, with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate findings and collaborate with scientists, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Capable of troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to laboratory equipment and procedures.
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
- Experience using Microsoft Office products is preferred.
- Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement and that of others.
- Participates, trains, and adheres to facility compliance program.
- Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of infection control, membership in APIC, or previous health care leadership or management experience is required.
- Is aware of professional standards, The Joint Commission standards, State, and Federal regulations and performs in accordance with them.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Our hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additionally, we are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources so that we may engage in an interactive process to determine an appropriate accommodation
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