Lab Support Tech II at University of Maryland Medical System in Easton, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description
This position is primarily a specimen processing for Pathology specimens in the laboratory.


This includes Registration, Order entry and accessioning. Delivery of the accessioned specimen to the Pathology Assistant for grossing. Packaging and tracking specimen transport to the Pathology Lab that will produce the slides for the pathologists and send back to the lab for assignment to the appropriate pathologist on site.


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Responsibilities
1. Obtains venous and/or capillary blood specimens according to established procedures.
2. Utilizes a computerized system for logging and tracking specimen collection and patient information. Properly identifies and labels specimens for processing, delivery and storage.
3. Performs accurate and complete order entry and performs order checking of requisitions for proper data entry.
4. May operate simple medical laboratory equipment, such as a centrifuge and microscope.
5. Effectively communicates with laboratory and medical staff to resolve problems and concerns regarding specimens and to properly identify and label specimens for processing, delivery, or storage.
6. Monitors pending work and resolves specimen issues as needed.
7. Sorts laboratory reports/mail and distributes them to appropriate mailboxes.
8. Performs inventory and ordering of supplies, including requisitions for distribution to clients. Rotates stock to ensure outdating does not occur.
9. Fills all supply requests for client needs.
10. Responds to telephone inquiries for test results, specimen status, or other general inquiries. Communicates abnormal values to providers as necessary.
11. Assist with training new team members as needed.
12. Performs maintenance and troubleshoots instruments as needed


Company Description
The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you'll enjoy as a member of our team.


Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.


Completion of an accredited program in phlebotomy is preferred.


Certification as a registered phlebotomist by a nationally recognized Phlebotomy Society, such as the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, is preferred.


Phlebotomy experience not required but encouraged for specimen collection and processing knowledge.



Experience: Minimum of two (2) years work experience as a phlebotomist is preferred. Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.


Clinical lab experience and general knowledge of specimen requirements and clerical processes to register, perform accessioning/order entry and appropriate specimen handling.


Organized individual with great communication skills and a commitment to patient care.


Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.