PRN - Clinical Laboratory Technician, Blood Bank - Weekends - Day Shift
Kansas City, Kansas
Job ID: R-32485
Overview
Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at The University of Kansas Health System.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Technician will be working in a clinical or molecular laboratory section and will be responsible for specimen processing, test performance, reporting results and other activities that are relevant to testing and services provided. The specific tasks performed in each section are authorized by the Medical Director and are within the individual’s skill level as determined by education, training or experience and technical abilities.
Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit/section or department. Will be required to maintain regulatory compliance according to CLIA and CAP requirements. Participate in hospital and laboratory quality management programs and maintain records and documentation appropriately.
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- The Clinical Laboratory Technician is a position in the Laboratory that will perform duties in separate individual departments. Some duties may be common to multiple departments and others very specific for the individual area.
- The Clinical Laboratory Technician will be responsible for proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation and storage of specimens.
- Training will be completed and documented prior to performing testing or analyzing patient specimens.
- Follows the laboratory’s procedures for all activities to include but not limited to specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
- Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control and other activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and equipment maintenance activities.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately communicate the issue to leadership.
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage
- Tracks and maintains inventory of supplies and reagents.
- Prepares chemicals and reagents for processing.
- Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow directions/procedures and multi-task
- Must be a meticulous, detail-oriented person, interested in learning new technology
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot issues.
English
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and data management.
Valid Driver’s License and working vehicle– Point of Care requires travel
Preferred:
- Job-related experience in clinical diagnostic lab.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Quote
The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital.– Riley Ferree, RN
Benefits
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Healthcare
Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.
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Giving back
In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.
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Team-based culture
At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.
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Support and Resources
We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.
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Tuition Reimbursement
We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.
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401(a)
We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System? Review the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right combination.
- Compassionate
- Acccountable to Team
- Takes Initiative
- Possesses Integrity
- Patient-Focused
- Desire to Grow & Develop
Our Culture
- Work with a team that supports you, in a place where you will feel you belong and will make a difference. We empower staff to put the patient first in all things – even beyond clinical care. We value people.
- Driven to serve: Every employee makes an impact, regardless of your role – no matter if you’re in scheduling, facilities or clinical staff. We know that each step of the process ultimately impacts the patient.
- Our leadership is approachable, open-minded, and adaptable to challenges in healthcare.
- We demonstrate values proudly and consistently. Values such as diversity and inclusion are important to our staff; there is a desire to see this reflected by the health system internally and externally.
- Even though we are a large organization, our employees feel the health system’s resources, culture and commitment to quality allow them to provide exceptional care for patients.
- Our health system welcomes patients and cases that other hospitals cannot. This represents our commitment to care and our passion to challenge ourselves and be the best.
- We are a true healthcare leader in the region, rooted in experience and excellence.
- We offer unique opportunities for professional development, as well as convenient pathways for onsite continuing education among healthcare professionals and staff – from GED to CEUs.
- We make a difference in our communities by improving the health and lives of our patients.
- We also support our communities through Health System Employees Reaching Out events.
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