Laboratory Technician

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform scheduled and emergency procedures appropriate to patient needs Ability to practice effective infection control, including OSHA standards for blood borne pathogens Ability to comply with all health and safety standards and guidelines Ability to demonstrate professional responsibility in the performance of all duties Ability to be responsible for self-development, and professional growth Ability to assist with tasks related to maintaining an effective working environment Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills in all oral, written, and electronic exchanges Ability to create an environment which lends itself creativity, cooperation, and coordination of patient care Ability to operate office equipment such as the telephone, copy machine/scanner, fax, paging system, computer and printer ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures, quality assurance & instrument maintenance, in all disciplines of the clinical laboratory Responsible for disciplines to include urinalysis, serology, phlebotomy, hematology, chemistry, microbiology & blood bank Ability to use full range of body motion & dexterity to allow handling and/or assistance of patients & equipment Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds & occasionally lift, carry, push or pull over 50 pounds Ability to stand and/or walk 80-90% of shift & sit 10-20% of shift Ability to use good hand/eye coordination & finger dexterity Ability to use good perception & discrimination related to odor, color & textures Ability to use good perception & discrimination related to functional visual ability & depth perception, sound perception & functional speech Ability to frequently bend, twist, balance & reach above & below shoulder level; as well as occasionally kneel & climb as necessary to perform job duties Ability to wear gloves & other protective equipment Ability to work irregular hours Ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, to handle constantly changing situations & to create a positive work environment Ability to deal with a variety of people, stressful situations & handle conflict, while maintaining a positive work environment Ability to communicate in a professional manner both verbally & in writing ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hr/job-opening/lhc-full-time-or-part-time-laboratory-technician-0