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Public Health Trust of Dade Co lists this Pathology Associate 2, On Call/Pool, Days opportunity in miami, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Miami, FL | On Call/Pool Transfusion Services
Jackson Memorial Hospital
1611 N.W. 12th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33136
On Call/Pool, Days
Summary
Pathology Associate 2 assumes accountability for providing critical support services which contribute to laboratory outcomes that represent the philosophy of quality and excellence at the Pathology Services Department.
Responsibilities
Provides logistics support in collection, transportation, storage, and/or distribution of laboratory materials in a timely manner.
Assists laboratory staff in performing clinical and/or non-clinical activities promptly and accurately.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of appropriate equipment. Maintains and updates files, records and reports.
Produces accurate outcomes and results according to age specific standard operating procedures.
Completes work assignments within defined time limits. Completes routine tasks without direct supervision.
Consults with supervisor for additional assignments and follows them to completion.
Assists in the preventive maintenance of equipment and/or assists in the ordering and stocking of an appropriate inventory level of supplies.
Assists in the orientation of new employees or students.
Learns new procedures and assignments within a mutually agreed upon time frame.
Participates actively in the QA/QI programs of the department.
Adapts to modifications of work assignments and, when requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule to complete work for the benefit of patient care.
Assumes ownership of issues and follows them to resolution. Offers innovative solutions to allow for efficient and effective delivery of laboratory service.
Demonstrates a concern for cleanliness of self and work area and practices infection control for the protection of patients, co-workers and self.
Maintains neat, legible and organized written work documents with appropriate dates and initials.
Matches the patient identifying information on specimens with the work document without clerical/data entry error or omission.
Demonstrates proficiency with laboratory information computer system functions related to job duties.
Accessions laboratory specimens using LIS/manual entry according to protocol as needed.
May performs phlebotomy activities as required by departmental policy and procedures manual.
Performs other duties not covered above after appropriate notification and training.
Lead worker Assists in organizing and directing workflow.
Communicates regularly with subordinates and supervisor.
Provides initial non-technical resources in resolving routine problems.
Demonstrates practical decision making skills.
Demonstrates leadership traits such as empathy, creativity and fairness.
Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
Experience Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.
Education High School diploma is required.
Skill Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment.
Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.
Credentials American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.
Unit Specific Credential Basic Life Support (BLS)
Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
Worksite address
miami, FL, 33222, US
Who can apply
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