Clinical Laboratory Assistant - Days at Thedacare

Appleton, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Collection, Pre-analytic Processes, Analytic Processes, Post-analytic Processes, Waived Testing, Analyzer Loading, OSHA Compliance, Policy Adherence, Training, Computer Functions, Order Entry, Processing Cancellations, Add-on Tests, Patient Safety, Inventory Maintenance, Legal Specimen Collections

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The Clinical Laboratory Assistant performs pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic processes, and may perform specimen collection. Job Description: Schedule : Hours: 4 days per week, 8-hour shifts Shift window: Start times between 6:20am and 8:00am with end times between 2:30pm and 4:00p Weekends: Every 4th or 5th Saturday rotation Days off: One weekday off each week (set based on department needs) KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Obtains specimens from inpatients and outpatients following proper identification protocols and appropriate techniques to maintain the integrity of the specimens, and prioritizes collections to meet established turnaround times. Supports patient testing by performing waived testing, loading analyzers, and performing lab functions, as needed, to meet patient demands. Adheres to OSHA and ThedaCare department policies for specimen collection and handling to ensure a safe work environment. Provides training for new lab and non-lab team members to retain top talent. Performs specimen-related computer functions with accuracy and speed including entering physician’s orders, processing cancelations, and entering add-on tests to ensure regulatory compliance. Enters, activates, and/or reviews physician orders in the system with accuracy for patient safety and quality. Maintains supplies and assists with inventory and ordering to ensure the availability of supplies to perform patient care responsibilities. Performs special specimen collections (i.e., legal specimen collections) to support patient testing and follow up as required by law. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED preferred Must be 18 years of age Completion of BLS Certification will be required for candidates working at ThedaCare Medical Center – Wild Rose PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works in a medical setting with high risk of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemicals, and biohazardous materials Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients Use of computers throughout the work day Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers Position requires compliance with department specific competencies. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Scheduled FTE: 0.8 Location: TCA-Encircle - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Days

Responsibilities

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory processes, which may include direct specimen collection from inpatients and outpatients following strict identification protocols. Key duties involve supporting patient testing through waived testing and analyzer loading, accurately managing computer functions like order entry, and maintaining necessary supplies.