Lab Technical Specialist

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Grand Forks, NDtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition : R6817
** Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.
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* Location:

** Altru Hospital
1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201
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* Summary:

** The Lab Technical Specialist supports the service area in both an operational and technical capacity and is responsible for duties fundamental to service area support and success, including regulatory compliance, technical process, personnel competency, quality improvement and budget assistance and resource utilization. Under the leadership of the Supervisor, this position exercises initiative and is delegated the authority to act in the best interest of the service area.

The Lab Technical Specialist employs independent judgement related to operations and service delivery.
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* Essential Job Functions:

*** Assists the Supervisor in ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory agency standards. Performs a variety of quality assurance activities related to testing, equipment and process that ensure the highest quality outcomes.
* Provides input and support to the Supervisor in the development and implementation of service area goals and indicators and actively participates in achieving positive outcomes.
* Assists with equipment and test method assessment and selection. Performs equipment/method/ software validation. Assists with all phases of the implementation process.
* Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
* Investigates and troubleshoots variances and problems, documents corrective actions, and participates in achieving positive outcomes.
* Supports staffing, orientation, and competency programs.
* Manages assigned projects. Compiles data and prepares thorough, accurate, and timely reports and documentation as required.
* Functions as a technical and operational resource to coworkers, providers, and other customers.
* Assumes responsibility of service area oversight and daily operations in the absence of the Supervisor.
* Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.### ### Certification:
* Professional Licensure (MLS, MT, CLS) | North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
* Professional Certification (MLS, MT, CLS) | Multiple Issuers | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources### Notes:
* Acceptable certifying agencies: ASCP, AAB, AMT and NCA (Must certify in one)
* Can be certified as MLS, MT, CLS, BB categorical ASCP or SBB Categorial ASCP (Must be certified in one)
** Language Requirements:
** This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
** Physical Demands :*
* • Sit:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Stand:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Walk:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Stoop/Bend:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Reach:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Crawl:
Not Applicable### ###
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Twist:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Handle/Finger/Feel:
Continuously (67-100%)### ###
• See:
Continuously (67-100%)### ###
• Hear:
Continuously (67-100%)
** Weight Demands:*
* • Lift
-Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (