Laboratory Aide

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs applied techniques for various chemical, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Works with a focus in specialty areas of the Laboratory, such as Chemistry, Serology and/or limited Microbiology.  Receives and/or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis.  Records laboratory test results.  Assists in training activities and special projects.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be knowledgeable in laboratory automation and information systems.  
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
• Requires weekends and holidays

Laboratory Assistant III performs all of the responsibilities of a Laboratory Assistant II and these added responsibilities listed below:

• Demonstrates efficient operation and knowledge of basic instrument theory of operation and function of components.  
• Troubleshoots instruments, when necessary, in accordance with instrument specific manuals. Takes responsibility for maintenance and troubleshooting functions and performs full assessment of problems as they arise.
• Adheres to turn-around-time standards for the Laboratory.
• Assumes responsibility for instrument.
• Performs section back-up procedures in accordance with the specific instrument.
• Follows department policy and procedures for Quality Control and takes action as necessary when outliers exist. Assists with monitoring of Quality Control.
• Exhibits technical expertise by assessing results and determining if they are accurate with no technical data amends that would affect patient care.  Uses critical thinking skills when assessing patient results and makes good sound judgment before releasing results.
• Makes calls promptly and documents calls to ensure test results are communicated to the appropriate health care provider.
• Takes inventory and places request for supplies to be ordered.
• Performs temperature and reviews records as needed.
• Processes specimens efficiently to generate test results within the established TAT.    
• Assists in coordination of training employees in their section of expertise.
• Assists and supports goal of working towards full compliance with accreditation standards.
• Assists with Quality Assurance activities.
• Maintains inventory by monitoring, requesting, receiving, and restocking work area of supplies.
• Assists in special projects.