Lead Hematology Technician - Laboratory
Full Time, Days - 6:30am-3pm or 7am-3:30pm
Sellersville, PA 18960
Responsibilities
The Lead Hematology Tech performs a variety of diagnostic testing in Hematology.
Essential Functions:
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Receives assignments according to the established departmental procedures and plans. Organizes and prioritizes work duties to accomplish daily objectives.
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Performs testing procedures and related work according to established protocols and standards with minimal technical and/or data entry error in order to report results to the requesting party.
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Operates equipment and works with highly technical instrumentation according to established procedures and protocols in order to ensure the accuracy of test results.
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Performs equipment maintenance and repair according to operator's manuals in order to facilitate testing procedures and avoid downtime.
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Assays appropriate controls, standards and other quality control material according to protocol in order to maintain the testing environment.
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Performs venipunctures according to established protocols and procedures so as to provide the best possible specimen for analysis.
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Sets up program for instruction of clinical students in hematology.
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Helps train new employees.
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Sets up competencies for hematology staff.
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Covers on-call time or other shifts in times of emergencies/shortages in order to maintain laboratory minimum staffing levels.
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Performs other duties for the Hematology Supervisor to maintain CLIA and The Joint Commission accreditation.
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Oversees the accession room.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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Associate's degree in Medical Technology and over 3 to 5 years in hematology required.
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Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology and over 1 to 3 years in hematology preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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Credentialed by an agency approved by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), i.e., ASCP, NCA, HEW, AMT, upon hire, preferred.
BENEFITS:
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Medical, free dental, vision insurance for full time and part time
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403B
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Pension plan
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On-site discounted child care center
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Tuition reimbursement up to $5250 per year
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Free life insurance
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Free parking
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Paid time off
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Sick time
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Flexible spending accounts
Grand View Health is an equal opportunity employer.
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