Lab Tech I
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System

Job Info

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Employment Type:
Full time
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Description:

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, one of the nation's top health care services providers, spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. SJMHS represents more than 2,700 physicians and 14,000 nurses and staff, and includes 5 Hospitals, 5 Outpatient Health Centers, 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers.

SJMHS is part of Trinity Health a national Catholic health system with an enduring legacy and a steadfast mission to be a transforming and healing presence within the communities we serve.

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Our Core Values, Reverence, Commitment to the Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity guide our behaviors to help us achieve our Vision.

SUMMARY:

Performs various specimen receiving, processing, and distribution and computer order entry. Tracks specimens through appropriate computer functions to ensure that all specimens are routed accurately and in a timely manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITES:

Specimen Processing

• Determines in consultation with Med Tech acceptability of specimen (condition, timing and container type, etc.)
• Positively ID specimens against requisitions and labels specimens with accession number.
• Completes specimen handling and processing including centrifuging all tubes and aliquotting.
• Processes Microbiology, body fluid, and CSF specimens including detection of discrepancies or missing sources consulting with nursing station or physician as needed.
• Documents and follows up on problems
• Follows test cancellation policy including when to complete EPRS and when to perform CTS (test cancellation).
• Knows when and where to look for specimens and how and when to add tests to previously collected specimens.
• Retrieves results from laboratory computer and reports via telephone when appropriate.
• Maintains minimum supply levels.
• Is familiar with reference materials and on line manuals
• Maintains cleanliness of workstation and of section.
• Provides input on policies and procedures.
• Contacts courier, cab, messenger and phlebotomy team for timely specimen transport or collection.
• This is not required of off site. Completes MCE.
• Assists in training new employees and students
• Troubleshoots label and paper printers.
• Meets hospital/laboratory educational requirements.
• Performs and documents routine quality control of equipment (centrifuge, refrigerator temperatures). (Duty not required at Livingston & CCH)
• Distributes samples to appropriate testing area
• Aliquots and pHs 24 hour urine specimens. (Duty not required at Livingston, Brighton & CCH)
• Performs venipuncture blood draw and infant heel sticks.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, employees, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Discusses patient and hospital only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
• Assumes responsibility for of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report preventable hazards and practices immediately to management.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

High School Diploma required. One year of related experience or completion of phlebotomy, MA or PCT program required.

Why this position -- What can it do for you!

• Located in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Michigan with easy access to US-23, M-14, and I-94.

• Full benefits package
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution option
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 18 different states!

• Free close proximity parking!

For more information regarding career opportunities with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System please visit www.stjoeshealth.org/careers.

Successful candidate will be subject to mandatory vaccinations/immunizations unless they qualify for an available exemption.

This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the American's with Disability Act, the Michigan Handicapper's Act, or SJMHS's Return to Work Program.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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