Clinical Laboratory Technician

The Clinical Laboratory Technician operates instruments under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Assists with transcription of laboratory results after interpretation by Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Follows established procedures for processing biological specimens for analysis. Performs clerical and phlebotomy functions as needed.

· Two years of college preferred

· Experience in operating laboratory instruments, specimen processing.

· Knowledge of specimen send-outs and microbiology specimen processing (including AFB processing)

· Five years experience

· Phlebotomy certification from a California Department of Health Services accredited hospital lab or clinic. Certification to include both didactic and practical experience.

· Ability to perform all phlebotomy functions, including adult, pediatric and neonates.

· Familiarity with medical terminology and basic typing skills.

1 Operates instruments under supervision of Clinical Laboratory Scientist: a. Operates instruments per SOP. b. Recognizes instrument malfunctions and notifies appropriate supervisory personnel when they occur.

2 Performs routine quality control procedures and documents results according to SOP. Recognizes out of control results and immediately notifies supervisory personnel.

3 Assists with transcription of laboratory results after interpretation by Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

4 Performs inventory of reagents and supplies as required by the department.

5 Assists in putting away incoming supplies according to storage requirements.

6 Performs specimen handling and processing (sorting, matching, prioritizing, centrifuging, and aliquoting) and/or microbiology specimen processing, plating and AFB processing.

7 Performs specimen send-out protocol according to SOP.

8 Prepares stains and reagents according to SOP.

9 Performs phlebotomy functions, including adult, pediatric and neonates according to SOP as required.

10 Performs and shares all the job responsibilities designated for the positions of Lab Assistant III, Lab Assistant II and Lab Assistant I as assigned.

11 Acts under the direction of Laboratory Coordinators in other necessary activities if consistent with training, education and professional ethics