Laboratory Technician

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Description:Providence is calling a Laboratory Technician for a Per Diem/Variable Shift to Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA.Apply Today!Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system.Please upload a current resume reflecting all relevant experience.We are seeking a Laboratory Technicianwho will coordinate all daily function and staff in the Pathology Specimen Processing, including phlebotomy. Perform some or all of the following duties in one or more laboratory sections: Coordinate and participate in specimen collections, prepare specimens for testing, dispatches specimens to department or referral laboratories, and receive/process/disseminate/request/specimen/report/test result as indicated. Receive/give testing information; prepare reagents/media.Operate automated testing equipment, runs quality control standards, check for abnormal or variant results, enters results into computer, and performs phlebotomies. Also assist with diagnostic protocols for handling clinical research specimens as dictated by the clinical trial protocols.In this position you will:Demonstrate competency in selected skills including, but not limited to:Performing all clerical functions in the laboratory officeCoordinating specimen collection, processing and distributionRecording, sorting, and distributing test resultsReceiving and initial processingProcessing blood samplesCollect, clean, and sterilize glasswareRecord and maintain QCs, maintenance on instrumentsLog clinical research specimensDemonstrate responsibility and accountability for own professional practice in regard to:Attendance, punctuality and patient confidentialityPositive public relation image and working relationshipsObtaining necessary knowledge and skill needed to maintain competence and certificationsCompleting all mandatory requirements, including annual safety programs, CPR, infection control and annual physicalParticipate in the development and attainment of team, department and hospital goals including:Attending and participating in department meetingsVolunteering or accepting assignments for projectsMission, vision and team ground rulesQualifications:Required qualifications for this position include:Education to meet certification, license or registration requirement2 years in a medical/laboratory settingAbility to deal effectively with many people across a broad range of cultural backgrounds and agesAbility to work independently with little or no supervisionProficient in P.C. software applications including, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.Ability to prioritize, organize and coordinate workAbility to work effectively with many people at various levels of the organizationExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to handle multiple tasks and appropriately prioritizeAbility to clearly communicate with internal and external customers, including, but not limited to, patients, co-workers, management, physicians, and visitorsAbility to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in accordance to hospital policyPreferred qualifications for this position include:Phlebotomy Certification6 months in an acute care setting1 year Phlebotomy experienceAbout the hospital you will serve:Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California, is part of Providence Health & Services, an integrated, not-for-profit network of hospitals, care centers, medical clinics, home health services, affiliated services and educational facilities in the western United States. Founded in 1942, Providence Saint John's Health Center enjoys a reputation for clinical excellence across many disciplines.The 266-bed health center has a medical staff of more than 900 physicians, 1,800 employees and a host of volunteers who share a commitment to providing quality care for all.We offer comprehensive, best-in-class benefits to our caregivers. For more information, visithttps://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits/Our MissionAs expressions of God's healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.About UsProvidence is a comprehensive not-for-profit network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services continuing a more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Schedule:On CallShift:VariableJob Category:Medical TechnologistLocation:California-Santa MonicaReq ID:342340

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