Point of Care Testing Technician - Main Emergency Dept - Part Time - Days

Job Description

To perform point of care testing on blood, urine, and stool samples as ordered and adhere to point of care testing standards set by the lab.

Responsibilities

Performs BioSite, I-Stat, Status, and Quidal Testing according to manufacturer's instruction

Uses Universal Precautions when handling blood and/or body fluid

Only accepts specimens that are properly labeled with patient's name and medical record number and time/date specimen drawn. The only time this should be deviated from is when a patient requires emergency lifesaving intervention prior to being able to identify the patient (example: unidentified comatose patient).

Keeps work area clean and organized. Stocks and inventories supplie

Reports any unusual occurrences immediately to Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager or to the Charge Nurse on Duty

Cleans BioSite, I-Stat, and Status. Monitors/Adheres following manufactures recommendation

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

EDUCATION: High School

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Organized, responsible, detail oriented, communicates well

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