Lab Support Svcs Specialist 2- PT Nights (24 hours per week.) at 5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC

Austell, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Processing, Customer Service, Phlebotomy, Technical Skills, Education and Training, Microbiology Processing, Blood Bank Component Processing, Computer Systems, Quality Control, Communication, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Regulatory Compliance, Time Management, Data Entry

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) This role is onsite at our Cobb Hospital and is PT Nights. Benefits eligible. Minimum 3 years experience in specimen processing in an outpatient or hospital laboratory environment Required FYI- We interview in person during the night shift. Apply today! Job Summary: Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Performs responsibilities of a Lab Support Services Specialist (May or may not include Phlebotomy): * Will take on lead duties in the absence of the supervisor or manager. * Technical / HIS / LIS-Ability to operate in multiple computer systems simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and quality. * Customer Service Support-Communicates effectively and courteously with all customers while maintaining privacy and confidentiality at all times. * Specimen receipt and processing-Handle all patient specimens appropriately for tests indicated. * Phlebotomy- Maintain Phlebotomy competency if appropriate for the department working in. * Education and training for new employees-Responsible for assisting in orientation and training of new staff for the department. Modular Pre-Analytics System and Storage Unit (if Required) * Key Operator for the Pre-Analytics and Storage Unit * Monitors and identifies system monitor functions * Thorough knowledge of Pre-Analytics computer functions and specimen location * Thorough knowledge of each Pre-Analytics module and their function * Responsible for performing daily maintenance for Pre-Analytics module and all components * Complete understanding of processes for the Pre-Analytics module * Possess the ability to trouble shoot errors or problems for the Pre-Analytics and storage unit. * Follows up with contacting service for further instructions. * Thorough knowledge of loading and off-loading samples for the Pre-Analytics and storage unit. Outpatient Registration (if Required) * Check all lab orders (electronic or manual) for accuracy and completion of diagnosis code and print ABN if required. Follows all Medicare regulations for testing eligibility. * Ensures accurate information is captured in multiple registration systems (Wellstar HIS) * Order test(s) in computer system and follows special procedures for test reporting requirements. Collaborates with physician and office staff to ensure accuracy. * Ensures activity is recorded * Ensures all stats are sent to the laboratory within time guidelines. Microbiology Processing (if Required) * Performs all aspects of specimen processing including reporting and resolving specimen problems * Prepares media and supplies for transfer to sister hospitals as needed. * Serves as expert for ordering and processing Microbiology specimens. Follows up with and is the contact for processors at sister hospitals * Maintains and sets up organisms for media QC * Key Operator for the appropriate instrumentation * Weekly and monthly maintenance of processing equipment (centrifuges, stainer, cytofuge) * Trains new employees on processing duties * Sets up all proficiency specimens Blood Bank Component Processing (if Required) * Works independently preparing products for transfusion medicine, maintaining blood bank equipment, answering calls related to patient care. Prepares all products using good lab technique and adheres to established procedures. * Performs all routine preparation and issuing of products per protocol. * Performs all lab supplementary tasks for maintenance, safety, logs all required activities to track workload, work in progress, pending logs and amended information. * Effectively communicates all information to appropriate personnel as required by policy and procedure. Participates in shift to shift hand-off communication. * Uses LIS and HIS when needed to perform job duties, as resources, and to assist in moving specimens within blood bank. * Perform STAT duties as needed. Handle emergency products efficiently and appropriately Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma General or GED General Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in specimen processing in an outpatient or hospital laboratory environment Required Required Minimum Skills: Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care. Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.

Responsibilities

The Lab Support Services Specialist performs specimen processing, customer service support, and may take on lead duties in the absence of a supervisor. They are also responsible for training new employees and ensuring accurate specimen handling and processing.