- Performs waived and limited moderately complex testing as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
- Performs and reports testing and quality control procedures according to established protocols; evaluates specimen acceptability and implements corrective action within scope of training.
- Provides support functions to technologists including the loading and maintaining of instruments, making up of reagents, thawing, pooling, importing, and issuing of blood products, and maintenance and function checks.
- Recognizes instrument and equipment malfunctions and keeps appropriate person(s) informed of problems, issues, and resolutions as needed.
- Operates, maintains, and repairs clinical laboratory equipment within the scope of training including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
- Competently registers, enters insurance information, accessions, triages and processes specimens in preparation for testing and transit. Follows established guidelines for centrifugation and aliquoting of samples.
- Uses computer programs to track specimen transport and minimizes lost specimens.
- Provides laboratory customer service to include request for addons, specimen collection information, phlebotomy requests, result inquiry, etc.
- Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies
- When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
- Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
-
Lab Tech Assistant
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United States Full timeThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position · The Lab Tech Assistant prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinica ...
-
Radiology Tech Assistant
1 week ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United States Part timeAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · **Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position* ...
-
Radiology Tech Assistant
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United States Part timeThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position · The Radiology Technologist Assistant supports the needs of the Radiology team with the use of the Radiology Information System, basic computer skills, and excellent comm ...
-
Radiology Tech Assistant
3 weeks ago
Mercy Health Lima, OH, United States Part timeEveryone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. · The Radiology Technologist Assista ...
-
Rehab Aide
2 weeks ago
AdvantageCare Rehabilitation Lima, United States Full time**Rehab Aide - Join the Advantage Family and Improve Lives Media, Pa** · At AdvantageCare Rehabilitation, we believe in the power of delivering top-tier health services to our community. We're a team dedicated to Better Service, Better Quality, and Better Results, and we are invi ...
-
Security employee
2 days ago
Aurora Solutions Buckland, OH, United States FreelanceYour Key to Security - That has been our claim since 1902 in Buckland, OH. · How do we achieve this every day? With modern security solutions for every need, individual concepts from competent services and high-tech. · **But above all: With the right people who tackle every chall ...
-
ed tech 1
3 weeks ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, OH , USA, United StatesAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · **Mercy Health** · **_Intro paragraph_** · As a faith-base ...
-
PRN Ultrasound Technologist
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United StatesThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position · The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independ ...
-
PRN Ultrasound Technologist
2 weeks ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United StatesAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · **Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position* ...
-
Full-time Ultrasound Technologist
2 weeks ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United States Full timeAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · $5,000 Sign on Bonus · Summary of Primary Function/General ...
-
MRI Technical Assistant
2 weeks ago
Mercy Health Lima, United StatesEveryone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and he ...
-
EKG tech
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United StatesThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Performs all duties related to adult and pediatric electrocardiograms. Attaches Holter monitors and Cardiac Event monitors to · patients. Scans Holter monitors. Performs bladder scans. · Essential Duties and Responsibilities · ...
-
EKG Tech
1 week ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United StatesAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · Performs all duties related to adult and pediatric electro ...
-
EKG tech
1 week ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United StatesAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · Performs all duties related to adult and pediatric electro ...
-
Full-Time Ultrasound Technologist
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United States Full timeThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position · The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independ ...
-
Full-time Ultrasound Technologist
2 weeks ago
Mercy Health Lima, United States Full timeThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · $5,000 Sign on Bonus · Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position · The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request ...
-
Full-Time Ultrasound Technologist
1 week ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United States Full timeAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · **Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position* ...
-
EKG Tech
1 week ago
Mercy Health Lima, United StatesThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Performs all duties related to adult and pediatric electrocardiograms and bladder scans. Attaches Holter monitors and Cardiac Event monitors to · patients. Scans Holter monitors. · Essential Duties and Responsibilities · * Demo ...
-
HS Patient Care Tech Trainee at St. Rita's
2 weeks ago
Mercy Health Lima, United StatesThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health · Mercy Health · About Us · As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal ...
-
HS Patient Care Tech Trainee at St. Rita's
3 weeks ago
Bon Secours Mercy Health Lima, United StatesAt Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. · **Mercy Health** · **About Us** · As a faith-based and pat ...
Lab Tech Assistant - Lima, United States - Bon Secours Mercy Health
Description
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Lab Tech Assistant prepares specimens for analysis by registering and accessioning orders via Hospital Information System and Laboratory Information Systems (clinical lab and/or anatomic pathology), verifying specimen acceptability.
Performs established pre-analytical and analytical laboratory procedures, not requiring Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist interpretation, in accordance with established laboratory policy in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.
Essential Job Functions
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Licensing/Certification
Education
High School Degree or GED (required)
Associates, Biology or Chemistry (preferred)
Work Experience
Laboratory experience (preferred)
Training
None
Skills
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Verbal and Written Communication
Monitoring
Science
Judgment and Decision Making
Operation Monitoring
Time Management
Customer Service
Problem solving
Medical Terminology
Office Machine Operation
Phlebotomy Collection Software
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*May have periods of constant interruptions
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Other:
Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 67-100%
Walking 1-33%
Standing 1-33%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Patient Population
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents years)
Adults years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email .
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at