Clinical Lab Technician

The Clinical Laboratory Technician is responsible for andrology and endocrinology procedures, maintenance of computer generated logs and reports related to patient testing and billing, and other lab related duties. The clinical laboratory technician participates in quality assurance and improvement activities on an ongoing basis.

CCRM is an industry leading pioneer in fertility science, research and advancement, offering access to national network of award-winning physicians, a full suite of fertility services, innovation technology and cutting edge labs. CCRM is currently comprised of eleven locations spanning the U.S. and Canada with growth planned for continued network development on a domestic and international basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides andrology services, including semen analysis, IUI preparation and cryopreservation to clinical laboratory patients according to established procedures and protocols
• Provide endrocrinology services using the Cobas 411 analyzer and the associated LIS, including sample labeling, data review and associated computer use.
• Correctly processes samples per established protocols for testing including required transportation and storage conditions, completion of requisition forms, and transmission of electronic data per protocol.
• Generates correct billing, charges, and payment information as required for laboratory services.
• Accurately and completely performs the billing audit without incident.
• Keeps work area clean and tidy at all times. Follows bloodborne pathogen handling and disposal procedures per OSHA regulations.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities as defined by laboratory management and quality team.
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriate behaviors to protect patient health information.
• Consistently protects computer access by locking or signing off of computer programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in specimen processing, and administrative and patient care duties related to the clinical laboratory.
• Experience with Andrology (sperm count, motility and morphology) and/or endocrinology with the Roche analyzer preferred
• Strong basic math skills.
• Strong basic computer skills, required; working knowledge of related laboratory software preferred.
• Strong ability to follow procedures is essential.
• Strong reasoning skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Must be organized, with a strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and have a strong attention to detail.
• Must have excellent customer service skills along with good communication skills. Also must possess a high level of independent judgment and accuracy.
• Must have excellent communication skills and make it a priority to consistently communicate positively and professionally with all staff members and patients.
• Strong computer skills, ability to use basic office equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a team player and possess a willingness to perform duties that are assigned or delegated to him/her as well as a willingness to perform duties of other employees as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all work information.
• Exhibit courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of internal and external customers. Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.
• Participates in identifying problems and suggesting solutions.
• Understands and asses for domestic violence and child abuse issues and reporting responsibilities. Will report concerns to Medical Director or Practice Administrator.
• Maintains HIPAA and Confidentiality for all patient and clinic information, HIV confidentiality.
• Utilize time efficiently.

CCRM recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families. We strive to support our employees by offering a competitive benefit package comprised of a variety of different plan options, all of which represent a hidden value of additional income to our employees. CCRM’s group benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and their immediate families. 

• Paid Time Off 
• 401K Matching 
• Medical, Vision, Dental 
• Short Term Disability 
• Basic and Supplement Life Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operated in a professional office and clinical setting with daily use of laboratory supplies and equipment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, including computer keyboards and mice; telephones; photocopiers; scanners; filing cabinets.

The duties of this position involves a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them. Appropriate protective measures are required for every employee engaged in these tasks. The duties of this position also involves occasionally exerting 75 pounds of force, and/or up to 35 pounds of force frequently.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, see and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; will occasionally stand and/or walk; use hands and fingers to grasp, pick, pinch, type; and reach with hands and arms. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; operation of standard office machines and equipment.

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT/ANTI-DISCRIMINATION

CCRM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Creed, National Origin, Ancestry, Sex, Pregnancy, Age, Sexual Orientation (including transgender status), Physical or Mental Disability, Marriage to a Co-Worker, or for anyone engaging in Protected Activity (opposing a discriminatory practice or participating in an employment discrimination proceeding). Additionally, this employer does not tolerate any employees engaging in discriminatory behavior based on any of the aforementioned protected classes.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All offers of employment by this employer are conditional upon the incumbent’s successful completion of pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screen, educational and prior employment verification, professional reference checks, and verification of the incumbent’s eligibility and authorization to work in the United States.