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We are looking for a Medical Technologist to support our Microbiology Lab at St Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.   Your success is important to us and we understand many of our team members also have family members who depend on them while they are working hard to improve the health of others.    To support your work/life balance and decrease additional stress, we will also provide you with a Free Premium Membership to Care.com including FREE Care Credits for children and/or dependent adults. These incentives are in addition to our standard benefit package which includes: - Paid Time Off - Education Assistance for career growth - Free secured parking on site of the hospital - Free Health and Wellness Programs - Matching 401k   Job Summary As a Medical Technologist, you will perform moderately to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests and analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease and injury. Your specific areas of accountability may include one or more of the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis. Your day-to-day work will include: - Pretesting and processing samples (Pre-Analytic) - Performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests (Analytic) - Documenting and delivering test results (Post-Analytic) - Operating and maintaining standard lab instruments and equipment - Accountability for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling and processing and documenting and reporting patient results. - Exercising independent judgment to monitor, control and assess test conditions, specimen quality, chemical and biologic reactions, and instrument function; identify atypical organisms; solve unexpected problems; correlate quantitative, biochemical, physiologic and morphologic data to verify results; and evaluate or implement new procedures. - In the absence of Lab Manager, you may also be assigned responsibility for serving as a Medical Technologist Lead

Job Summary As a Medical Technologist, you will perform moderately to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests and analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease and injury.  Your specific areas of accountability may include one or more of the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Your day-to-day work will include: Pretesting and processing samples (Pre-Analytic) Performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests (Analytic) Documenting and delivering test results (Post-Analytic) Operating and maintaining standard lab instruments and equipment Accountability for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling and processing and documenting and reporting patient results.  Exercising independent judgment to monitor, control and assess test conditions, specimen quality, chemical and biologic reactions, and instrument function; identify atypical organisms; solve unexpected problems; correlate quantitative, biochemical, physiologic and morphologic data to verify results; and evaluate or implement new procedures. In the absence of Lab Manager, you may also be assigned responsibility for serving as a Medical Technologist Le

We are looking for a Medical Technologist to support our Microbiology Lab at St Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.   Your success is important to us and we understand many of our team members also have family members who depend on them while they are working hard to improve the health of others.  To support your work/life balance and decrease additional stress, we will also provide you with a Free Premium Membership to Care.com including FREE Care Credits for children and/or dependent adults. These incentives are in addition to our standard benefit package which includes: - Paid Time Off - Education Assistance for career growth - Free secured parking on site of the hospital - Free Health and Wellness Programs - Matching 401k Job Summary As a Medical Technologist, you will perform moderately to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests and analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease and injury.  Your specific areas of accountability may include one or more of the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Your day-to-day work will include: Pretesting and processing samples (Pre-Analytic) Performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests (Analytic) Documenting and delivering test results (Post-Analytic) Operating and maintaining standard lab instruments and equipment Accountability for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling and processing and documenting and reporting patient results. Exercising independent judgment to monitor, control and assess test conditions, specimen quality, chemical and biologic reactions, and instrument function; identify atypical organisms; solve unexpected problems; correlate quantitative, biochemical, physiologic and morphologic data to verify results; and evaluate or implement new procedures. In the absence of Lab Manager, you may also be assigned responsibility for serving as a Medical Technologist Lead

1. Performs and results test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate, timely reporting   2. Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures   3. Performs required Quality Control procedures and Maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within control limits   4. Assists in evaluation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology 5. Participates in opportunities for continuing education and/or teaching, training according to the Section Performance Standards to enhance technical skills   6. Responsible for inventory of supplies   7. Adheres to all regulatory requirements    mclabtexas

**Sign on Bonus or Loan Forgiveness Eligible**   GENERAL SUMMARY: Acts as technical information resource for MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and/or results and uses knowledge, critical thinking skills, and judgment to troubleshoot and resolve them.  May be assigned to assume the duties of a charge technologist. Performs tasks and procedures specific to assigned department with minimal supervision.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Uses educational and technical expertise to troubleshoot issues related to specimen quality, instrument/method performance and analytical interferences to ensure patient results match clinical status. - Assists and supports quality management systems and performance improvement initiatives. - Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines and records. - 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. - Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.   Functions specific to West Lakes Lab, Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry and Microbiology Sections: - 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. - Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning the results, and takes appropriate action to maintain test accuracy and precision. - Performs preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment. - Performs new instrument or procedure implementation and training. - May be assigned to assume duties of charge technologist in absence of supervisor/manager. #MissionCritical  

**Up to $10,000 sign on bonus available for new external hires!** Job Summary: Performs moderately complex to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease/injury.  Specific areas of accountability may include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Work includes 1) pretesting and processing samples, 2) performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests 3) documenting and delivering test results and 4) operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment. Given the critical importance of test results to patient care and clinical outcomes, an incumbent is accountable for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling/processing and documenting/reporting patient results.   Work requires professional knowledge of the four major disciplines of laboratory practice (e.g. transfusion service, chemistry, hematology and microbiology).  Some positions may also require knowledge of a particular specialty discipline (e.g. toxicology).    As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: - Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA) - Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for career growth and development - Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft - Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program   Related Skills:  MT; Medical Technologist; Med Tech; Medical Laboratory Scientist; Med Lab Scientist; MLS

**Up to $10,000 sign on bonus available for new external hires!** Job Summary: Performs moderately complex to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease/injury.  Specific areas of accountability may include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Work includes 1) pretesting and processing samples, 2) performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests 3) documenting and delivering test results and 4) operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment. Given the critical importance of test results to patient care and clinical outcomes, an incumbent is accountable for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling/processing and documenting/reporting patient results.   Work requires professional knowledge of the four major disciplines of laboratory practice (e.g. transfusion service, chemistry, hematology and microbiology).  Some positions may also require knowledge of a particular specialty discipline (e.g. toxicology).    As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: - Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA) - Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for career growth and development - Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft - Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program   Related Skills:  MT; Medical Technologist; Med Tech; Medical Laboratory Scientist; Med Lab Scientist; MLS

**Up to a $10,000 sign on bonus available for new external hires!** Job Summary: Performs moderately complex to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease/injury.  Specific areas of accountability may include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Work includes 1) pretesting and processing samples, 2) performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests 3) documenting and delivering test results and 4) operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment. Given the critical importance of test results to patient care and clinical outcomes, an incumbent is accountable for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling/processing and documenting/reporting patient results.   Work requires professional knowledge of the four major disciplines of laboratory practice (e.g. transfusion service, chemistry, hematology and microbiology).  Some positions may also require knowledge of a particular specialty discipline (e.g. toxicology).    As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: - Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA) - Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for career growth and development - Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft - Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program   Related Skills:  MT; Medical Technologist; Med Tech; Medical Laboratory Scientist; Med Lab Scientist; MLS

**Up to a $10,000 sign on bonus available for new external hires!** Job Summary: Performs moderately complex to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease/injury.  Specific areas of accountability may include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Work includes 1) pretesting and processing samples, 2) performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests 3) documenting and delivering test results and 4) operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment. Given the critical importance of test results to patient care and clinical outcomes, an incumbent is accountable for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling/processing and documenting/reporting patient results.   Work requires professional knowledge of the four major disciplines of laboratory practice (e.g. transfusion service, chemistry, hematology and microbiology).  Some positions may also require knowledge of a particular specialty discipline (e.g. toxicology).    As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: - Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA) - Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for career growth and development - Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft - Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program   Related Skills:  MT; Medical Technologist; Med Tech; Medical Laboratory Scientist; Med Lab Scientist; MLS

Job Summary: Performs moderately complex to highly complex and specialized clinic laboratory tests/analyses of human blood, urine and other body fluids, tissues or substances using manual or automated techniques to obtain data for use in the diagnosis, management and treatment of disease/injury.  Specific areas of accountability may include one, or a combination of, the following disciplines: transfusion service, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microbiology, immunology, toxicology and/or urinalysis.  Work includes 1) pretesting and processing samples, 2) performing, analyzing, interpreting, and confirming tests 3) documenting and delivering test results and 4) operating and maintaining standard Lab instrumentation and equipment. Given the critical importance of test results to patient care and clinical outcomes, an incumbent is accountable for ensuring the accuracy of test results and related analyses based on strict adherence to established standards, procedures and regulatory requirements for test analysis, quality control, quality assurance, safety, blood-borne pathogen/infection control, specimen handling/processing and documenting/reporting patient results.   Work requires professional knowledge of the four major disciplines of laboratory practice (e.g. transfusion service, chemistry, hematology and microbiology).  Some positions may also require knowledge of a particular specialty discipline (e.g. toxicology).    As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: - Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA) - Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for career growth and development - Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft - Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program     Related Skills:  MT; Medical Technologist; Med Tech; Medical Laboratory Scientist; Med Lab Scientist; MLS

Position Summary: Accurately analyzes and report all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.   Position Responsibilities: Performs and results test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate, timely reporting Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures Performs required Quality Control procedures and Maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within control limits Assists in evaluation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology Participates in opportunities for continuing education and/or teaching, training according to the Section Performance Standards to enhance technical skills Responsible for inventory of supplies Adheres to all regulatory requirements

Performs blood collections from patients 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  - Dispatches and tracks Support Assistants in an efficient manner. - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to routine venipuncture and other specimen collection techniques. - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to specimen collection for blood bank transfusion purposes. - Appropriately identifies patients according to procedure being performed. - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills related to pre-analytical phase of testing. Prepares specimens for analysis in assigned section(s). - Documents and appropriately follows up on specimen integrity issues. Communicates with Dispatch to facilitate recollect, if required. - Demonstrates a working knowledge of the utilization of hospital and laboratory information systems to which the associate has access. - Complies with all policies regarding the operation and security of the laboratory’s information system assets. - Other duties as assigned by management. - Maintains specimen collection area and equipment to ensure productive use of central processing area. - Contributes to and participate in Phlebotomy education. - Follows infection control guidelines 

Performs blood collection. Performs specimen processing. Assists in clerical duties.

·         Obtain blood specimens by capillary or venipuncture puncture ·         Maintain integrity of specimen in relation to the test being performed ·         Disposes of contaminated lab supplies and specimens ·         Receives laboratory specimens, orders tests, processes specimens using the centrifuge and distributes specimens to appropriate testing areas communicating special instructions ·         Performs clerical duties (as asked)

Responsible for skillful and appropriate specimen collection, by all methods, age groups, and outpatient settings. The position must record all outpatient lab orders and assist outpatient nursing services with order entry and collection of patient specimens. monitors Care Manager and LIS interface order entry for error messages, cancellations. handles routine send-out processing for reference laboratory work; assist with inpatient specimen processing and ordering if needed.  1. Collects blood specimens from patients of all age groups, according to section standard operating procedures, to include positive patient identification, and using proper collection technique   2. Maintains specimen collection supplies in outpatient testing area according to laboratory policy   3. Completes and Maintains all paperwork required for proper specimen processing in the laboratory of the outpatient testing area specimens   4. Performs computer test order entry as needed, according to laboratory policy, to include all patient information, tests, date/time of collection, priority, and appropriate sample information   5. Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with patients, staff, and physicians   6. Performs daily/weekly scheduled maintenance to maintain area in clean and orderly condition; observes safety regulations and policies; Participates in all required safety in-services; reviews departmental policies annually or as needed   7. Assigned to outpatient care area to assist nursing services with test order entry to expedite specimen collection and transport, to resolve uncollected labs through open communication with nursing and to maintain communication   8. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for reference laboratories according to specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   9. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for contract accounts according to their specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   10. Performs other duties as assigned

*Local travel involved* Responsible for skillful and appropriate specimen collection, by all methods, age groups, and outpatient settings. The position must record all outpatient lab orders and assist outpatient nursing services with order entry and collection of patient specimens. monitors Care Manager and LIS interface order entry for error messages, cancellations. handles routine send-out processing for reference laboratory work; assist with inpatient specimen processing and ordering if needed.  1. Collects blood specimens from patients of all age groups, according to section standard operating procedures, to include positive patient identification, and using proper collection technique   2. Maintains specimen collection supplies in outpatient testing area according to laboratory policy   3. Completes and Maintains all paperwork required for proper specimen processing in the laboratory of the outpatient testing area specimens   4. Performs computer test order entry as needed, according to laboratory policy, to include all patient information, tests, date/time of collection, priority, and appropriate sample information   5. Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with patients, staff, and physicians   6. Performs daily/weekly scheduled maintenance to maintain area in clean and orderly condition; observes safety regulations and policies; Participates in all required safety in-services; reviews departmental policies annually or as needed   7. Assigned to outpatient care area to assist nursing services with test order entry to expedite specimen collection and transport, to resolve uncollected labs through open communication with nursing and to maintain communication   8. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for reference laboratories according to specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   9. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for contract accounts according to their specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   10. Performs other duties as assigned

Responsible for skillful and appropriate specimen collection, by all methods, age groups, and outpatient settings. The position must record all outpatient lab orders and assist outpatient nursing services with order entry and collection of patient specimens. monitors Care Manager and LIS interface order entry for error messages, cancellations. handles routine send-out processing for reference laboratory work; assist with inpatient specimen processing and ordering if needed.  1. Collects blood specimens from patients of all age groups, according to section standard operating procedures, to include positive patient identification, and using proper collection technique   2. Maintains specimen collection supplies in outpatient testing area according to laboratory policy   3. Completes and Maintains all paperwork required for proper specimen processing in the laboratory of the outpatient testing area specimens   4. Performs computer test order entry as needed, according to laboratory policy, to include all patient information, tests, date/time of collection, priority, and appropriate sample information   5. Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with patients, staff, and physicians   6. Performs daily/weekly scheduled maintenance to maintain area in clean and orderly condition; observes safety regulations and policies; Participates in all required safety in-services; reviews departmental policies annually or as needed   7. Assigned to outpatient care area to assist nursing services with test order entry to expedite specimen collection and transport, to resolve uncollected labs through open communication with nursing and to maintain communication   8. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for reference laboratories according to specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   9. Proper collection, processing and handling of routine send-out specimens for contract accounts according to their specific laboratory requirements and Standard Operating Procedure   10. Performs other duties as assigned

Under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Services and Medical Director, the Phlebotomist is responsible for the skillful and appropriate specimen collection for population/age specific patient groups, in inpatient/outpatient settings. Displays high level of phlebotomy skill. Assists with patient orders, reports, and other documents, as needed. 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.

Analyzing lab testing is pretty complex. We depend on our lab staff to help determine what is happening with our patients. They are a vital key to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Our phlebotomists work with our patients to provide the samples needed to see results. Do you love working in a lab setting? Are you someone that enjoys working with people and helping others? Connect with CHI today and start your journey!   Some of what you will do:   - Obtain blood specimens by capillary puncture or venipuncture using appropriate technique. - Correctly identifies patient per written protocol and properly labels specimens accurately and completely, while maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed. - Exercises judgment in determining work priority. Interacts with nursing units to ascertain critical priorities and verify discrepancies. - Disposes of contaminated lab supplies and handles all lab specimens regarding potential health hazards according to written procedures. - Receives laboratory specimens, orders tests, processes specimens using the centrifuge and - Distributes specimens to appropriate testing areas communicating special instructions. - Maintains professional attitude with patients, visitors, hospital staff and fellow employees while assuring the confidentiality of all hospital information. Discusses problems in a professional, adult and calm manner.

Analyzing lab testing is pretty complex. We depend on our lab staff to help determine what is happening with our patients. They are a vital key to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Our phlebotomists work with our patients to provide the samples needed to see results. Do you love working in a lab setting? Are you someone that enjoys working with people and helping others? Connect with CHI today and start your journey!   Some of what you will do:   - Obtain blood specimens by capillary puncture or venipuncture using appropriate technique. - Correctly identifies patient per written protocol and properly labels specimens accurately and completely, while maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed. - Exercises judgment in determining work priority. Interacts with nursing units to ascertain critical priorities and verify discrepancies. - Disposes of contaminated lab supplies and handles all lab specimens regarding potential health hazards according to written procedures. - Receives laboratory specimens, orders tests, processes specimens using the centrifuge and - Distributes specimens to appropriate testing areas communicating special instructions. - Maintains professional attitude with patients, visitors, hospital staff and fellow employees while assuring the confidentiality of all hospital information. Discusses problems in a professional, adult and calm manner.