Send Out Clerk

JOB TITLE: Send Out Clerk

DEPARTMENT: Send-Outs

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GRADE: 904

REPORTS TO:

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, this position provides assistance with general laboratory duties including triaging and handling of specimens, reagent preparation and filing of patient folders and slides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Observe principles of sterile technique in carrying out daily responsibilities for splitting samples and sample preparation for other departments

• Coordinate and prepare patient samples / slides for shipment

• Verify that all specimens are properly identified

• Process work complete and accurately, to include requisitions and any additional documents accompanying specimens

• Discard retained specimens / slides according to departmental protocol and time frames

• Locate and maintain patient reports / folders using LIS

• Participate in the development and management of SOPs as requested

• Prepare reagents, stains and media in accordance with laboratory protocol

• Practice universal precaution measures necessary for the handling of patient samples and proper use of PPE

• Assist in maintaining an adequate stock of commonly used supplies

• Perform related responsibilities as requested

• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of this position as business needs warrant.

COMPETENCIES

• INTERPERSONAL SKILLS – Demonstrates the ability to understand relationship-orientated aspects of social effectiveness and to operate successfully in a variety of social exchanges

• EXPERTISE / COMPETENCE – Understands and exhibits exemplary knowledge of their industry / role

• RESULTS ORIENTATION – Prioritizes results and focuses resources and effort to achieve them

• PROBLEM SOLVING – Focuses on the ability to accurately assess a situation and arrive at a positive solution

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Performs assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures

• Ensures departmental production and quality standards are maintained

• Delivers quality work during allotted timeframes

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and proficiency in Laboratory settings

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Education / Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience / Abilities:

• 1 year of related clinical experience

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong computer literacy required

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and the flexibility to adjust those priorities as business needs demand

Send Out Clerk

Job Description

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TRAVEL AND HOURS

• Position hours will vary based on departmental needs

• No travel is required with this position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• employee is regularly required to talk or hear

• employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms

• employee is occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy of MAWD Pathology Group to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or any other characteristic prohibited by state or federal law.