Clinical Laboratory Technologist I, HLA - Dayshift
Spaulding Rehabilitation
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
HLA
We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $5,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Technologist (CLT1), in their role as testing personnel, is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Under general supervision, the CLTII, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
Follow the laboratory's procedures for 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 and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495)
HLA-Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Receives and accessions all specimens, verifies that all information is accurate and complete, obtains any missing information from appropriate physician or patient care unit.
2. Performs and interprets high complexity testing from blood or tissue by serological or molecular techniques to determine HLA Class I and II phenotypes; according to the Standard Operating Procedure Manual. Effectively communicates information to clinicians and coordinators as needed.
3. Organizes and performs HLA antibody identification procedures using panel screening and donor crossmatching to identify histocompatibility.
4. Accurately documents all laboratory results, prepares reports, and ensures all records are complete, legible, and reviewed by supervisor or director.
5. Enters and maintains computer records for patient data, serum analysis, test results, reagents.
6. On a rotating basis, participates in 24-hour on call coverage for non-living organ donor typing and crossmatching and other stat procedures as needed. Performs, interprets, and communicates results of these tests to appropriate clinician, coordinator or Organ Procurement Organization. Refers technical difficulties to supervisor or director for consultation and assistance.
7. Participates in on going quality control, competency and proficiency testing, and equipment maintenance. Reports any discrepancies, unusual results, or equipment failures to supervisor. Assists with updating of procedure manuals.
8. Prepares various reagents using equipment such as balance, pH meter, filtration techniques, and documents appropriately.
9. Assures proper laboratory operation by performing inventory checks and maintaining a safe and clean laboratory area.
10. Follows all laboratory policies and procedures for fire and chemical safety and infection control as well as patient confidentiality.
11. Participates in continuing education programs and activities in relevant areas with hours sufficient to allow ASHI accreditation.
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Job Summary
Clinical Lab Technologist, DayshiftHLA
We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $5,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Technologist (CLT1), in their role as testing personnel, is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Under general supervision, the CLTII, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
Follow the laboratory's procedures for 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 and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495)
HLA-Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Receives and accessions all specimens, verifies that all information is accurate and complete, obtains any missing information from appropriate physician or patient care unit.
2. Performs and interprets high complexity testing from blood or tissue by serological or molecular techniques to determine HLA Class I and II phenotypes; according to the Standard Operating Procedure Manual. Effectively communicates information to clinicians and coordinators as needed.
3. Organizes and performs HLA antibody identification procedures using panel screening and donor crossmatching to identify histocompatibility.
4. Accurately documents all laboratory results, prepares reports, and ensures all records are complete, legible, and reviewed by supervisor or director.
5. Enters and maintains computer records for patient data, serum analysis, test results, reagents.
6. On a rotating basis, participates in 24-hour on call coverage for non-living organ donor typing and crossmatching and other stat procedures as needed. Performs, interprets, and communicates results of these tests to appropriate clinician, coordinator or Organ Procurement Organization. Refers technical difficulties to supervisor or director for consultation and assistance.
7. Participates in on going quality control, competency and proficiency testing, and equipment maintenance. Reports any discrepancies, unusual results, or equipment failures to supervisor. Assists with updating of procedure manuals.
8. Prepares various reagents using equipment such as balance, pH meter, filtration techniques, and documents appropriately.
9. Assures proper laboratory operation by performing inventory checks and maintaining a safe and clean laboratory area.
10. Follows all laboratory policies and procedures for fire and chemical safety and infection control as well as patient confidentiality.
11. Participates in continuing education programs and activities in relevant areas with hours sufficient to allow ASHI accreditation.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree in physical science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Laboratory experience preferred, but will train. 0-1 year preferred
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Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$22.88 - $32.72/Hourly
Grade
5
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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