Job Description Pathology Lab Assistant (Full-Time) “The Largest Independent Established Multi-Specialty Group in Central North Carolina is Seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant (Full-Time) to join our Team” VOTED “BUSINESS OF THE YEAR” 2018 VOTED ONE OF THE “FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES IN THE TRIAD” 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Our mission at Bethany Medical is to provide excellent care through a Multi-Specialty approach from prevention to intervention of potentially life-threatening health problems.
Summary of Position :
- The Laboratory Assistant performs the general daily specimen processing, testing, and quality assurance as set forth by the laboratory guidelines.
- The Laboratory Assistant personnel monitor laboratory temperatures, accession samples, and examine specimen integrity to ensure acceptable levels of performance.
- The Laboratory Assistant immediately notifies the Laboratory Manager or Medical Laboratory Technician / Technologist of any problems or concerns related to patient testing.
Responsibilities :
Performs Minimum to Waived levels of testing as listed in the test menu.Follows procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, record maintenance of patient results, and quality controls.Performs testing of proficiency samples and ensures that testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all QC activities.Follows the laboratory’s policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or notify the Laboratory Manager or other appropriate laboratory personnel.Ensures patient results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly.Documents all corrective actions taken when the test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.Monitors test analyses and specimen examination.Ensures that the physical plant and environmental conditions are appropriate for the testing performed.Provides a safe environment from physical, chemical, and biological hazards.Accessions and processes laboratory specimens using good laboratory practices.Notifies originating clients of samples that deviate from acceptable standards in a timely fashion for specimen recollections.Performs other related duties as negotiated.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School Diploma.Equipment :
Waived laboratory testing only unless otherwise noted.Typical Mental Demands :
Must be able to analyze variables and choose an effective course of action.Must react favorably in stressful situations.Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people and situations.Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes of this position.Physical Demands :
Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate laboratory instruments and computers.Requires a normal range of hearing and color vision.Requires standing, reaching, and lifting to 50+ pounds.Working Conditions :
7 : 30 am - 4 : 30 pm shift.Occasionally, you may be called on to work overtime hours.Bethany Medical Center offers a full benefits package to include :
(FULL TIME EMPLOYEES) Employee medical / dental / vision insurance.Family coverage available at a discounted rate Employee Life Insurance Employee Short-Term Disability Paid time off and paid holidays About Bethany Medical Bethany Medical (BM) is a multi-specialty medical practice serving the triad and surrounding communities since 1987.BM is open seven days a week, with 16 convenient locations in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, Kernersville, Jamestown, North Wilkesboro, and Mt.Airy, North Carolina.Bethany Medical offers Urgent Care, Primary Care, Pain Management, diagnostic testing, and specialty care services onsite.Bethany Medical is staffed with board-certified Physicians and Advanced Clinical Providers representing eight medical specialties.Bethany providers are known for prompt and personalized care.BM employs over 65 providers and more than 550 full-time and part-time employees.You are invited to explore the scope of services on our website at www.mybethanymedical.com. “Your Health is Our Concern” About the Triad The Triad area includes Greensboro (the 3rd-largest city in NC), Winston-Salem, High Point, and the surrounding area.The Triad is centrally located in NC with a population of 1.9 million.The Triad is 1 hour from the mountains and 3 hours from the beach.Charlotte and Raleigh are 1.5 hours from the Triad.The Triad offers all the amenities of a larger city without all the traffic.The Piedmont Triad International Airport is conveniently located in Greensboro with convenient non-stop flights to most major cities.Enjoy an outstanding quality of life with no shortage of arts, entertainment, recreation, shopping, and hundreds of restaurants.The Triad is home to 85 colleges and universities, including Wake Forest University, High Point University, UNC-Greensboro, NC A&T, Guilford College, Bennett College, and Greensboro College. #IND101 Powered by JazzHR