Clinical Lab Technologist III- Hematology

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Performs a full range of services as assigned under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Assistant Director, and the Director of Laboratory and Lab Administrator.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Hematology

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs clinical testing in laboratory areas where he/she is fully trained and in compliance with Federal, NYSDOH, CAP and TJC standards.
• Answers the telephone and uses effective communication techniques.
• Complies with KCHC and department policies for Safety, Quality Improvement and Infection Control.
• Understands the principles of and competently performs a variety of techniques in both manual and automated testing; follows KCHC laboratory established policy and procedure guidelines.
• Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines; records and files all data obtained.
• Provides guidance and technical training to clinical laboratory technicians and technologists and other appropriate laboratory personnel; coordinates, reviews, and monitors their work; presents constructive feedback and suggestions on activities of subordinates to senior leadership.
• Demonstrates ability to follow standard and complex scientific laboratory methods and procedures.
• Participates in non-routine testing procedures in association with specialized research program(s); makes suggestions to minor modifications to procedures, techniques, and tests as appropriate and required.
• Reports critical value results promptly and documents them immediately as per KCHC laboratory established guidelines.
• Performs all automated Complete Blood Counts.
• Performs Coagulation Profiles, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rates, Reticulocyte Counts, Sickle Cell Solubility, Slide preparation and staining, and manual differential counts.
• Performs automated Urinalysis testing and manual Urinalysis including microscopic analysis and urine pregnancy testing.
• Performs all Quality Control procedures on all assigned tests and methods.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance on all equipment assigned.
• Performs Proficiency Testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Demonstrates computer skills on the laboratory information system, including documentation of test orders, accessioning of specimens, resulting tests and quality control documentation.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor that are within the job description parameters.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures when necessary.
• Performs daily Quality Control procedures which include monitoring of the satellite refrigerators.
• Understands and practices the elements of the National Patient Safety Goals especially with regard to ensuring proper specimen / patient integrity.
• Adheres to organizational policy for annual education, assessment and in-service education.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with staff, patients and visitors to promote teamwork, efficiency and to provide quality patient care.
• Assists in on-the-job or classroom training of subordinates, new personnel and other persons as required.
• Under direction, reviews work of subordinates and evaluates work performance.
• Implements corrective action when needed to maintain the work of the lab at a satisfactory level.
• Orders and maintains adequate amount of stock, reagents and other supplies or assists with this function.

Calibrations and Quality Controls / Quality Assurance:                      

• Analyzes all quality control materials and reviews data.
• Complies with all quality control rules as per KCHC laboratory established guidelines.
• Takes corrective action when necessary.
• Documents activities as necessary. 
• Enters and retrieves patient data accurately utilizing the laboratory computer system.

Preventive Maintenance:

• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Documents activities as required.
• Performs troubleshooting techniques for major instruments when applicable.
• Corrects problems or notifies the supervisor immediately.
• Documents all corrective action taken.

Other Factors:

• Attends, participates in, and evaluates continuing and in-service education programs.
• Is aware of, contributes to, and observes laboratory safety at all times.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new methods and equipment if requested.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical laboratory terminology.
• Demonstrates knowledge in area of specialty. 
• Prepares packages for shipment within the guidelines of KCHC laboratory established policy and procedure.
• Completes all required documentation and reporting in accordance with departmental and other regulatory schedules.