What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHEMISTRY SECTION HEAD position at Opportunities?
The following is a summary of the major functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.
Education and Formal Training: Must have successfully completed a clinical rotation in an approved School of Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Technology and meets the requirements for Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician as outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988. May also qualify under additional criteria listed under Sec. 493.1459. Qualifies as General Supervisor. CPR certification. Completion of general and job specific competencies. Only that defined by CLIA 1988 to perform High Complexity Testing.
High degree of integrity and studious habits. An acute awareness of the work engaged in. Acceptance of the demands on time and willingness to sacrifice in the interest of the profession. Tact and understanding in dealing with patients. Ability to willingly take direction from the Laboratory Director. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality and compliance as mandated by hospital policy. Excellent customer relations skills. Ability to work effectively with others, Ability to understand instructions and reason. Performs in an accurate and precise manner in crisis and emergency situations when time is crucial. Ability to coordinate eyes and hands to fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed. Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully. Ability to move the fingers easily and skillfully. Frequent contact with soap and water (hand washing and cleaning).