PROCESSING TECH I
Company: ARUP Laboratories
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: October 25, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionSchedule :Thursday - Saturday (36 hrs/wk) 7:00 PM -
7:30 AMDepartment: Specimen Processing 232*Hourly rate is an
estimate only which includes shift differential for nights,
evenings or weekend shifts. Overall hourly rates will vary based on
schedulePrimary Purpose : Works under direct supervision to learn
the proper handling of all specimens received at ARUP's central
facility and/or University Division and prepares specimens for
laboratory testing. The position includes such functions as
matching patient information, data entry, aliquoting, and scanning
documents. About ARUP : ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical
and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of
the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. Based in
Salt Lake City, Utah. ARUP proudly hires top talent to create a
work environment of diversity, professional growth and continuous
development. Our workforce is committed to the important service we
provide to over one million patients each month. We always strive
for excellence and have a strong desire to have involvement with
the advances in medicine and the role laboratory services plays
within each patient's life. We never forget that there is a patient
behind every specimen we receive. We are looking for individuals
who want to contribute to ARUP's culture of accountability,
integrity, service, and excellence. Consider joining our dynamic
team.Essential Functions :Reads and signs all department specific
Sop's and Safety Manual.Attends Specimen Processing team and staff
meetings.Immediately processes specimens as they become
available.Enter patient demographics and process specimens/orders
using the appropriate applications.Order all tests indicated on the
requisition.Process all manual and electronically transmitted tests
on submitted paperwork.Properly comments any additional information
on the requisition/packing list.Follow department process to
resolve issues when problems are identified e.g. order EXCEPT TT,
EPIC follow up task, etc.Handles and labels all specimens and
paperwork appropriately.Able to recognize and appropriate handle
all specimen types per corporate and departmental
procedure.Properly documents all specimen receipt information as
outlined in departmental procedures.Properly documents the
appropriate client provided information on specimen labels.Ensures
all appropriate identifiers are checked on all received
specimens/paperwork and electronically. Must ensure all match and
all specimens are labelled correctly.Properly handles specimens
requiring a reroute or to be shared.Places processed specimens on
the automated track, or at the appropriate temperature for manual
sorting, or delivers to the testing laboratory at the proper
temperature if automated delivery systems are not available.Able to
process specimens at all three temperatures and follow the
appropriate procedures for all manual and electronically
transmitted orders.Properly operates the biological safety
cabinet.University Hospital Clinical Lab only: Properly operates
the centrifuge.Proficient in the Internal Test Directory (ITD) or
applicable test information catalog as related to accessioning and
client submissions/inquiries.Proficient in all current departmental
LIS applications and functions.Aliquots specimens according to
procedure using the proper safety equipment.Knows ARUP and
University Division laboratories and able to determine their
locations, hours of operations, and general functions (or able to
find such information using departmental information on
Nucleus).Ability to make sound judgement decisions or checks with
Supervisor, Lead, or Workflow Coordinator when needed, before
making such decisions.Assists the management team in handling more
complex processing needs including specimen searches and processing
compromised shipments when needed.Observes principles of data
security and patient confidentiality. Maintains ethical standards
in the performance of testing and in interactions with patients,
co-workers and other health care professionals.Adheres to all
safety policies and regulations including, but not limited to,
proper dress code and using proper protective clothing and other
equipment.Remains informed of all procedures pertaining to
department.Performs cleaning duties as assigned.Assists with
departmental projects.Central Processing: Proficient in the
following ARUP applications: Accessioning and Shipment
Tracking.University Division: Properly operates the centrifuge and
ensures specimen acceptability and integrity per department
protocol.University Division: Correctly prepares specimens for
delivery between ARUP testing facilities by creating packing list
according to specimen handling requirements.Other duties as
assigned.Physical and Other Requirements : Stooping: Bending body
downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Reaching:
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Mobility: The person
in this position needs to move between work sites and inside the
office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. PPE:
Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal
protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations
and company/departmental policies. ARUP Policies and Procedures: To
conduct self in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures.
Abide by the Code of Conduct as outlined in the ARUP employee
handbook. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up
to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Fine Motor
Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily
with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform
a variety of tasks such as make general observations of depth and
distance. Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish
colors Performance Expectations: Regular and reliable attendance.
Reliable and dependable performance. Ability to work well with
others. Ability to work all required
overtime.QualificationsEducationRequiredHigh School Diploma or
Equivalent or better in OtherExperienceRequiredMust be able to
maintain the department quality, productivity, and reliability
requirementsAfter completion of training, must successfully pass
the departmental competency testing exam with a score of 90% or
higherPreferred1 year: Data entry experience1 year: Laboratory
experienceEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals
with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Keywords: ARUP Laboratories, Salt Lake City , PROCESSING TECH I, Other , Salt Lake City, Utah
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