Job Description

Assists with hospital procedures such as bone marrow collection and smear preparation as well as fine needle aspirations. Maintenance, decontamination, and operation of cryostats. Performs all paperwork, technical and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens. Assigns specific computer generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy, and records all items processed. Forwards accessioned specimen to designated laboratory locations/benches; and locating and correcting any discrepancies. Learns and keeps familiar with lab procedures and location of stored specimens. Locates specimens and pulls from various departments as requested.

Schedule:

• First Shift Position: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Locations:

• Primary location: 2316 E Meyer Blvd Kansas City, MO 64132
• 4401 Wornall Rd Kansas City, MO 64111
• 10500 Quivira Rd Overland Park, KS 66215
• 5721 W 119th St Overland Park, KS 66215
• 19600 E 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057
• 7301 College Blvd, Ste 110, Overland Park, KS 66210

Technical Responsibilities

• Assist with bone marrow collection procedures and smear preparation
• Perform fine needle aspiration smears and collection
• Provide assistance to cytotechnologists with EUS, EBUS, and Ion Endoluminal procedures
• Preventative maintenance of cryostats and frozen section stain lines
• Provision of specimen processing and staining assistance to pathologists and pathologists\' assistant staff
• Provide on-site customer service to hospital physicians, nurses, and other support personnel
• Perform equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Monitor and record required data on equipment as assigned
• Performs quality control and confirms accuracy for accessioned cases received
• Preparation of bulk fluids
• Completes additional work-related assignments, such as travel to and coverage of additional facilities, as required by business need or requested by the department manager, senior technologist or group lead

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintenance and ordering of pathology supplies
• Print and collate case worksheets and slides
• File slides and paperwork
• Assemble cases and documents
• Distribute completed cases as assigned
• Other responsibilities as requested by the on-site medical director

Environment/Safety

• Removal and disposal of liquid and solid waste.
• Responsible for the knowledge and practice of safety SOPs in the laboratory
• Complete all required EHS training
• Wear appropriate PPE as required
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, LCA EHS policies/ procedures and the requirements of accrediting organizations
• Conduct work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner

Personal Work Contacts

• Reports to and takes direction from the Supervisor of Hospital Operations.
• Takes direction from the on-site professional and medical staff.
• Interfaces with other laboratory and operational departments for specimen processing/collection and other cooperative efforts.
• Maintains a pleasant, cooperative, and respectful relationship with co-workers and all staff.

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