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Responsible for surgical specimen dissection and autopsy performance.  Dictates complete and accurate gross descriptions, and sections tissue appropriately on a variety of surgical specimens processed for microscopic examination. Completes frozen section preparation.  Assists pathologists with autopsy responsibilities.  Maintains a leadership role in the gross area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Performs surgical specimen dissection on simple to complex specimens - Directs surgical specimens to appropriate staff in the gross room - Dictates complete and accurate gross description using voice recognition technology - Performs frozen sections and maintains the cryostats - Maintains accuracy of patient identification on all specimens processed for microscopic examination - Assists pathologists with all stages of performing autopsies, including pre and post responsibilities - Keeps gross bench procedure manual current along with review of CAP compliance - Maintains good communication and professional relationship with pathologists and supervisor as appropriate - Provides leadership, guidance and training to all gross staff - Assists with providing input for gross staff evaluations #missioncritical #CHI-LI

Responsible for surgical specimen dissection and autopsy performance.  Dictates complete and accurate gross descriptions, and sections tissue appropriately on a variety of surgical specimens processed for microscopic examination. Completes frozen section preparation.  Assists pathologists with autopsy responsibilities.  Maintains a leadership role in the gross area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Performs surgical specimen dissection on simple to complex specimens - Directs surgical specimens to appropriate staff in the gross room - Dictates complete and accurate gross description using voice recognition technology - Performs frozen sections and maintains the cryostats - Maintains accuracy of patient identification on all specimens processed for microscopic examination - Assists pathologists with all stages of performing autopsies, including pre and post responsibilities - Keeps gross bench procedure manual current along with review of CAP compliance - Maintains good communication and professional relationship with pathologists and supervisor as appropriate - Provides leadership, guidance and training to all gross staff - Assists with providing input for gross staff evaluations #missioncritical #CHI-LI

The Medical Technologist Lead in the Blood Bank Department is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all the functions within the Laboratory, including testing, training, maintaining supplies, and ensuring that the department meets all standards set forth by CAP, Joint Commission, Medicare, and AABB. The Medical Technologist must ensure that services are of the best quality, are cost contained, are carried out.

About this opportunity: Under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director, Laboratory Director, and Section Supervisor, a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is assigned the responsibility of: occasionally obtaining the sample to be tested from a patient; routinely analyzing specimens for reportable results by standard procedures; recording and transmitting results to the physician initiating the request; and working in two or three of the laboratory section(s). May possibly be hired/classified as CLS-II working one to two sections of the Laboratory if total experience as a State of California-licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist) meets or exceeds 7 years and a suitable, CLS-II job requisition and opening exists that would allow work in only one to two Laboratory sections.

**Sign on Bonus** - Performs both routine and special diagnostic procedures related to cancer detection requiring application of principles and theories of cytology to produce a reliable diagnostic result. - Prepare cytological slides on specimens including but not limited to pap smears, body fluids, BAL, brushings, washings, fine needle aspirations, cyst fluids, CSF and urine. Examine and diagnose non-gynecologic and gynecologic slides for infectious, pre-malignant, and malignant disease processes using automated and manual screening methods. - Troubleshoot various equipment failures and resolving technical issues. - Monitor and resolve all cytology cases in outstanding status to maintain efficient turn-around time. - Follows established quality control measures and procedures. - Shows commitment to providing quality service to all laboratory clients, both internal and external. - Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of laboratory computer system as it is used in cytology. - Trains new employees. - Utilizes LEAN principles/productivity standards.

We can’t express enough how important our lab staff is to our mission and calling! Our Cytotechnologists play a crucial role in the department! In the lab you will be assisting with a variety of procedures. You will be receiving and preparing for the tests as they come in! If you are someone looking to join an amazing culture and community, then we want to talk to you!   Some of what you will do: -  Accurately screens and interprets gynecological Pap Tests; correctly identifies abnormal or malignant cells, infectious agents, and other clinically significant findings as defined by the Bethesda reporting system. - Accurately screens and interprets non-gynecological cytology preparations. - Provides Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) support service to clinicians, including slide preparation and rapid on-site adequacy as required. - Accurately issues negative Pap Test reports, and maintains records of individual workload, quality management activities, patient history and results, slides, equipment maintenance, etc., as defined by regulatory requirements. - Follows all CAP and regulatory guidelines; participates in and receives passing score on yearly Pap PT. - Performs accessioning, processing, and staining functions in the laboratory as required

**Sign on bonus or Educational Assistance available**     - Performs immunological work-ups within the required time of current organ preservation methods. - Independently verifies results and reports conclusions directly to physicians. - Performs crossmatches between recipients and donors (live or deceased) identified by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) and the Iowa Donor Network. Responsible for extent of crossmatching and selection of appropriate sera. - Screens potential recipients for anti-HLA antibody determination. - Records and reviews test results for accuracy. Completes required administrative tasks and gives reports to medical director for review. - Performs flow cytometry analysis for lymphoma/leukemia immunotyping and lymphyocyte subsets/CD4s among other tests. - Participates in competency assessments and proficiency testing. - Performs complex laboratory procedures utilized for the diagnosis and treatment of disease as appropriate for patient age to include neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles. - Rotates into call schedules as determined by department. - Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning the results, and takes appropriate action to maintain test accuracy and precision. - Assists and supports quality management systems and performance improvement initiatives. Utilizes LEAN principles/productivity standards. - Performs preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment. - Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines and records. - Performs new instrument or procedure implementation and training. - Maintains supply inventories. - Trains new employees and acts as a preceptor for medical laboratory science students. - Operates laboratory information systems, personal computers, and instrument-related computer software.

Our Histotechnicians play a huge role in supporting the healthcare team members in determining the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Our patients rely on their skills and expertise in supporting their healthcare needs and we want to add more talent to our already incredible team in our Histology department. If you have a passion for histology, we want to talk to you!   What you will do: - Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping. - Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures. - Performs quality control, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance. - Follows all CAP and regulatory guidelines, demonstrating consistent adherence to national patient safety goals

As a Histotechnologist (HTL) with CHI you will responsible for performing complex histological clinical laboratory procedures on patient specimens under the direction of Histotechnologist Lead, Medical Director and Director of Laboratory Services. Accurately processes, analyzes and reports all tests ordered in a timely manner to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings. Responsible for organizing work load as assigned. Displays professional, safe conduct in all interactions. Maintains positive working relationships with staff, other departments, physicians and peers. Displays conduct in support of CHI St. Luke’s Health Mission & Vision. Connect with CHI today!

As a Histotechnologist (HTL) with CHI you will responsible for performing complex histological clinical laboratory procedures on patient specimens under the direction of Histotechnologist Lead, Medical Director and Director of Laboratory Services. Accurately processes, analyzes and reports all tests ordered in a timely manner to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings. Responsible for organizing work load as assigned. Displays professional, safe conduct in all interactions. Maintains positive working relationships with staff, other departments, physicians and peers. Displays conduct in support of CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Mission & Vision. Connect with CHI today!

Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures. Work also includes: 1) computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing at FHS laboratories; and 3) processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements. Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system. Some assignments may require out-of-office travel. Essential Job Duties Performs collections to include venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using safety devices and tools appropriate for the situation. If applicable, performs urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing. Perform the urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards. Provides communications support using established customer service standards. Accesses hospital and lab information system programs to perform ordering, sample labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, etc. and final disposition into the sample inventory system/storage program. Performs processing duties and prepares samples for testing to include: validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity. Test ready samples are delivered for testing or packaged for dispatch following specific guidelines. Completes follow up protocol and maintains audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to bring resolution to concerns in accordance with department procedures.

Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures. Work also includes: 1) computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing at FHS laboratories; and 3) processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements.   Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system.    Some assignments may require out-of-office travel.    Essential Job Duties Performs collections to include venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using safety devices and tools appropriate for the situation.  If applicable, performs urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing. Perform the urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards. Provides communications support using established customer service standards. Accesses hospital and lab information system programs to perform  ordering, sample labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, etc. and final disposition into the sample inventory system/storage program. Performs processing duties and prepares samples for testing to include: validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity.  Test ready samples are delivered for testing or packaged for dispatch following specific guidelines. Completes follow up protocol and maintains audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to bring resolution to concerns in accordance with department procedures.

Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures. Work also includes: 1) computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing at FHS laboratories; and 3) processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements. Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system. Some assignments may require out-of-office travel. Essential Job Duties Performs collections to include venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using safety devices and tools appropriate for the situation. If applicable, performs urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing. Perform the urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards. Provides communications support using established customer service standards. Accesses hospital and lab information system programs to perform ordering, sample labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, etc. and final disposition into the sample inventory system/storage program. Performs processing duties and prepares samples for testing to include: validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity. Test ready samples are delivered for testing or packaged for dispatch following specific guidelines. Completes follow up protocol and maintains audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to bring resolution to concerns in accordance with department procedures.

Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures. Work also includes: 1) computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing at FHS laboratories; and 3) processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements. Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system. Some assignments may require out-of-office travel. Essential Job Duties Performs collections to include venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using safety devices and tools appropriate for the situation. If applicable, performs urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing. Perform the urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards. Provides communications support using established customer service standards. Accesses hospital and lab information system programs to perform ordering, sample labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, etc. and final disposition into the sample inventory system/storage program. Performs processing duties and prepares samples for testing to include: validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity. Test ready samples are delivered for testing or packaged for dispatch following specific guidelines. Completes follow up protocol and maintains audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to bring resolution to concerns in accordance with department procedures.

Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing procedures. Work also includes: 1) computer inquiry and entry to maintain patient demographic as well as test ordering details in multiple computer systems in accordance with compliance guidelines; 2) processing and preparing samples for testing at FHS laboratories; and 3) processing, preparing and packaging samples for delivery to testing labs. An incumbent may also provide guidance to new employees/students on department procedures and policies. Work is conducted in accordance with all regulatory accreditation agency requirements. Work requires: 1) ability to communicate effectively, 2) exemplify customer service and 3) knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, accessioning, verifying specimens and specimen requirements, and skills in using a laboratory information system. Some assignments may require out-of-office travel. Essential Job Duties Performs collections to include venipuncture, capillary procedures, and special collections on pediatric and adult inpatient and outpatient populations using safety devices and tools appropriate for the situation. If applicable, performs urine drug screen collection and Breath Alcohol Testing. Perform the urine drug collection and testing according to DOT standards. Provides communications support using established customer service standards. Accesses hospital and lab information system programs to perform ordering, sample labeling, log-in, test cancellation, test add-on, etc. and final disposition into the sample inventory system/storage program. Performs processing duties and prepares samples for testing to include: validating patient identity, labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and preserving sample integrity. Test ready samples are delivered for testing or packaged for dispatch following specific guidelines. Completes follow up protocol and maintains audit trail for ambiguous orders or issues to bring resolution to concerns in accordance with department procedures.

Under the direction of the Administrative Laboratory Director and the POC/MHOP Coordinator or the Laboratory Accessioning Coordinator, the Clinical Support Technician assists in specimen collection, monitoring of laboratory specimens, clerical duties, receptionist duties, process specimens going to reference laboratories, generates computer reports, order entry of outpatient tests, liaison to customers using Memorial Hospital Laboratory, participates in inventory control and performs laboratory tests that are wavered by the State of Tennessee.   1. Follows established departmental policies/procedures pertaining to specimen collection, positively identifies patients, accurately labels specimens while with the patient, and delivers back to the Laboratory. 2. Greets patients courteously and explains the procedure to be performed; consistently obtains blood specimens properly, rarely misses a vein, routine venipuncture is performed within five minutes of entering the patient’s room. 3. Maintains confidentiality of patient, department, and hospital related information according to established policies. 4. Complies with all hospital personnel policies and procedures, participates in all required departmental and hospital education inservices within the required time frame, assumes responsibility for reading posted information. 5. Assures the correct specimen and quantity of specimen is submitted for analysis. 6. Participates in an approved competency program that demonstrates knowledge and skill and includes specimen collection, specimen processing, and care of patients of all ages. 7. Answers the phone by the third ring in a professional manner indentifying yourself and processing the call appropriately, including taking and delivering messages promptly and accurately, and/or routing each call as necessary. 8. Process phone inquiries from nursing units, physicians offices, reference laboratories, outside hospital accounts, etc. with minimum technologist assistance. 9. Processes collection worksheets and outstanding specimen reports to identify unreceived, unidentified, or missing specimens beyond the expected turnaround times. 10. Processes requests to be cancelled in the hospital information system correctly by talking with the patient’s nurse and providing reasons for cancellation. 11. Identifies specimen/requisitions discrepancies and resolves issues by calling for specimen or requesting information as needed. 12. Continually makes best use of time during their shift by assuming responsibility for communicating pertinent information with co-workers; completion of shift, and coordinating lunch/breaks and daily tasks in a manner which meets the needs of the laboratory. 13. Demonstrates responsibility and flexibility in maintaining work schedules consistent with the needs of the laboratory. 14. Assists in training new employees and students; willingly assist those with insufficient knowledge or inability to complete assigned tasks or duties. 15. Process specimens received both internally and from an outside account, register requisitions with accurate patient information, order all tests and correct tests, unbag specimens documenting specimens, receiving and missing or wrong specimens received, label specimen with the correct bar code labels, deliver specimens to laboratory for testing in a timely manner. 16. Complete Laboratory process improvement for all specimen or requisition discrepancies all clients should be called to notify them of the discrepancies. 17. Scan requisition into Chartmaxx, as well as QC’ing requisitions in Chartmaxx 18. Perform other duties as requested.

- Assist lab technicians in loading and unloading specimens on analyzers. - Clean, disinfect and maintain cleanrooms and equipment. - Assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials. - Store samples in storage racks when completed. - Stock materials and equipment. - Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL SUMMARY: May work in various laboratory departments to collect blood specimens from hospital patients, work with microbiology or anatomic pathology specimens, or work independently at remote Patient Service Centers.  Creates patient encounters, orders laboratory tests, and prepares specimens for testing. Assists technical personnel in sample log-in, testing workflow, and specimen tracking, as appropriate for patient age including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Accepts specimens and requisitions from external and internal customers utilizing excellent customer service skills. - Identifies patients/specimens using two unique patient identifiers and accurately labels specimen containers. - Correctly registers specimens and logs into Laboratory Information System (LIS) appropriate to department where testing is to be performed as needed, or evaluates specimen adequacy and acceptability and logs into LIS. - Performs specimen processing as needed. For example, proper identification, aliquoting, plate streaking, preparing slides, special handling, and required documentation. - Follows established procedures and policies including infection control and bloodborne pathogens. - Handles chemicals according to established safety protocols. - Meets defined workload productivity standards. Supports and utilizes LEAN principles. - Works proficiently with laboratory information systems and personal computers. - Follows established procedures and policies to obtain optimal test turn-around-times. - Participates in teaching peers. - Handles incoming and outgoing telephone calls utilizing good customer service skills and knowledge of the laboratory. - Follows up on and documents out of range temperatures.   Additional Functions As Needed:    Phlebotomy - Accurately and efficiently performs venipunctures, and finger sticks ensuring collection of proper specimens for testing and ensuring patient safety. - Prepares specimens for testing.      Reference Lab -Patient Service Centers - Accurately and efficiently performs venipunctures, heel sticks and finger sticks ensuring collection of proper specimens for testing and ensuring patient safety. - May drive to patient service centers to perform phlebotomy services as needed.      Reference Lab-Resolution/Send outs - Resolves problem specimens/orders for laboratory staff and clients - Mayo send outs batching and packaging - Completes add on requests - Scanning of requisitions - Atlas Queue management - Standing and Future order entry   Core Lab, Microbiology and WDM Lab - Performs limited testing under supervision of technical staff. - Performs instrument maintenance according to established protocols.      Histology  - Assists in gross room. - Prepares area and assists pathologists for frozen section testing. - Distribution/filing of slides and blocks.  

Performs a variety of clerical duties and coordinates communications between departments. Performs blood collections from patients when needed and assumes responsibility for safety and comfort of patients, following established standards and practices. Provides direct patient care to patients of all ages. Works in the Front Office performing all necessary duties associated with dispatching the phlebotomists, answering the phones, ordering lab tests in the computer, checking the Order Monitor Log, receiving specimens into the Lab, delivering specimens to the various sections of the Lab and any other duties associated with Front Office responsibilities. Also responsible for receiving specimens into the Lab from the tube system when needed and other processing duties as assigned.   ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Dispatches and tracks Support Assistants in an efficient manner. 2. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to routine venipuncture and other specimen collection techniques. 3. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to specimen collection for blood bank transfusion purposes. 4. Appropriately identifies patients according to procedure being performed. 5. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to pre-analytical phase of testing. Prepares specimens for analysis in assigned section(s). 6. Documents and appropriately follows up on specimen integrity issues. Communicates with Dispatch to facilitate recollect, if required. 7. Appropriately performs and documents quality control and maintenance procedures. 8. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to the analytical phase of testing in all lab procedures for which the associate is trained. 9. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to post-analytical phase of testing. Stores and tracks specimens appropriately. 10. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the utilization of hospital and laboratory information systems to which the associate has access. 11. Complies with all policies regarding the operation and security of the laboratory’s information system assets. 12. Other duties as assigned by management.