Job Description

Urology San Antonio is a group of over 200 individuals dedicated to improving urologic health and overall wellness. With over 30 medical providers across eight locations, our practice delivers the most comprehensive and convenient care in South Texas

SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Technologist is primarily responsible for processing and testing of all specimens submitted to the laboratory. This position will be adhering to all established policies and procedures by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyzes laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.

• Conducts chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood and urine, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.

• Operates, calibrates and maintains equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis, such as Autoimmuno Analyzer, chemistry analyzer, CBC unit and computer-controlled analyzers.

• Enters data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for storage.

• Analyzes samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.

• Establishes and monitors programs to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.

• Sets up, maintains, calibrates, and cleans medical laboratory equipment.

• Prepares standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized procedures.

• Conducts chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.

• Analyzes and records test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.

? Performs high complexity testing in areas of hematology and chemistry

ACCOUNTABILITY:

? Maintains and protects all equipment and resources within the laboratory.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Intellectual

? Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data.

? Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

? Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

? Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal

? Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Implements use of AIDET with both internal and external customers.

? Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control.

? Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

? Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.

? Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Leadership

? Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well.

? Managing People - Makes self-available to staff.

? Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Organization

? Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.

? Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

? Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

? Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Self-management

? Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process.

? Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.

? Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

? Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.

? Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner.

? Safety And Security - Observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment and materials properly.

? Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.

? Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

? Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

BUSINESS RELATED CONTACTS:

? COLA and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulatory bodies.

? State Agencies

? Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be familiar with known laboratory policies and procedures, i.e. West guard rules, safety practices and the ability to process specimens for testing.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Accredited MLT program or military med lab training course, OR 3 years of acceptable clinical lab experience. OR MLT Certification Associate degree (A.A.)

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: Internet Software; Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); Presentation Software (PowerPoint); and Publisher Software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

? American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)

SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT:

? Automated chemistry and hematology analyzers

? Automated Immunochemistry analyzers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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