Instructions:
Rate your knowledge and experience performing specific job-related tasks.
Task:
2. Adhere to all safety and infection control guidelines using appropriate personal protective equipment, safety devices (e.g., retractable venipuncture needles, face shields, etc.), and procedures.
3. Report critical laboratory results promptly following laboratory procedures and policies.
4. Analyze various types of specimens for a variety of constituents, qualitatively and quantitatively, using appropriate methodologies and in a timely manner.
5. Operate automated, semi-automated, and/or non-automated laboratory equipment as outlined in procedure manuals and laboratory guidelines.
6. Keep records of specimens, test requests, and test results as outlined by facility policies and procedures.
7. Perform quality control and/or proficiency testing utilizing approved procedures.
8. Perform routine preventative maintenance and/or corrective action on laboratory equipment as required.
9. Prioritize events and work assignments using good judgment.
10. Ensure new equipment and supplies are properly labeled and stored.
11. Maintain clear, concise, and comprehensive records of all relevant laboratory information, including equipment, tests, and workload records.
12. Perform venipuncture procedures to obtain blood specimens using appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., lab gowns, gloves, goggles) and safety devices.
13. Maintain inventory of laboratory instruments, equipment, and supplies.
14. Interact with management, staff, and peers utilizing professionalism and respect.
15. Clarify unclear or inappropriate laboratory orders with a supervisor and/or physician.
Knowledge, Skill, or Ability:
1. Knowledge of principles and practices of clinical laboratory work, including the use and care of laboratory equipment.
2. Knowledge of serological, bacteriological, and biochemical tests and analyses.
3. Knowledge of the preparation, mounting, and staining of specimens in a clinical setting.
4. Knowledge of methodologies and standard protocols for keeping sensitive data confidential and secure, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), in a clinical setting.
5. Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets and their physical location in the laboratory.
6. Skill to accurately read laboratory tests, recognizing normal and abnormal values or statuses.
7. Skill to make quick and accurate serological, bacteriological, and biochemical tests and analyses.
8. Skill to prepare, mount, and stain specimens.
9. Skill to accurately set up laboratory apparatus.
10. Ability to maintain a clean work environment.
11. Ability to identify situations or problems accurately and implement appropriate courses of action.
12. Ability to effectively follow directions of a supervisor or manager.
13. Ability to properly and safely use various tools and equipment (e.g., syringe, microscope, centrifuge, tourniquet, etc.) in a laboratory setting.
14. Ability to use computer software to efficiently complete laboratory assignments.
15. Ability to maintain detailed records of work-related activities.
