Lead Laboratory Processor - Pathology

Lead Laboratory Processor - Pathology

Collects, labels, logs, and processes blood and other specimens. Checks quality of samples and specimens. Assembles supplies and equipment. Monitors lab incubator/refrigerator temperatures utilized. Prepare specimens for referral to outside laboratories. Acts as the Processing Supervisor in his/her absence; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Keeps track of the daily dental school log and registers patients in GE IDX.
• Aids in training of new employees.
• Assumes the basic duties of the supervisor in their absence.
• Orders all appropriate tests in LIS system.
• Registers all drop-off specimens in GE IDX.
• Ensures the correct tubes and specimen containers have been submitted or collected for the appropriate test ordered and are labeled correctly.
• Ensures CAP, UMPA, and GLP (when appropriate) guidelines are followed during processing procedures.
• Determines specimen acceptability.
• Spins, separates, stores and distributes specimens to the appropriate area in the lab.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Five years of experience in a medical laboratory setting is preferred