Test Lab Manager Jobs in Georgetown, KY (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:

Performs clinical laboratory tests according to established procedures of verification, processing, testing, and reporting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs quality control procedures to validate test results according to established standards and records results appropriately.

• Assists in delivery of physicians reports via phone and electronic distribution in a timely manner.

• Responds to ''technical question'' calls from units and physicians.

• Performs preventive maintenance and monitoring of all equipment to ensure that it is working properly and maintains related records.

• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.

• Maintains adequate supply inventories by rotating stock, checking for expiration dates, and ordering replacement stock.

• Performs venipuncture on patients of all age groups and other specimen collection using proper therapeutic skills according to procedures.

• Assists supervisors in additional duties which support the lab's quality program.

• Provides teaching and education to students and other personnel population.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

• Works under direct supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Ability to meet requirements for "High Complexity Testing Personnel" per the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire OR

• Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• MLT - Certified Medical Laboratory Technician through American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required within 12 months of employment in this position OR

• MLT - Certified Medical Laboratory Technician through American Medical Technologists (AMT) required within 12 months of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.

• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical-Office/Clinic)

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Sitting: Occasionally

Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Occasionally

Climbing: Occasionally

Bending/Stooping: Frequently

Kneeling: Occasionally

Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally

Reaching: Frequently

Talking: Frequently

Hearing: Frequently

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently

Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently

Running: Rarely

Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently

Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:

Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.