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Temporary Laboratory Assistant, Queens Medical Center Punchbowl (DLS Oahu) Day/Night

Diagnostic Laboratory Services, Inc.
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ABOUT DLS

Diagnostic Laboratory Services, Inc. (DLS) is Hawaii’s largest locally owned and operated medical testing laboratory. DLS is considered a leader in the Hawaii, Guam and Saipan communities we serve. As an integral part of the patient care team, DLS uses state of the art testing and value-based informatics to promote optimal patient care and positively impact patient outcomes.

 

SCHEDULE

Multiple Shifts Available: 

 

Temporary Part-Time Position (Day)

Must be available from Sunday through Saturday from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM to include major and minor holidays.

Must be flexible with schedule changes to meet operational needs.

 

Temporary Part-Time Position (Night)

Must be available from Sunday through Saturday from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM to include major and minor holidays.

Must be flexible with schedule changes to meet operational needs.

 

HIRING RANGE

$17.75 to $22.34 hourly

Actual pay commensurate with experience

 

JOB SUMMARY

1. Performs some or all of the following tasks, as assigned:

  • Accessioning (data entry)
  • Processing of specimens
  • Clerical activities
  • Breath Alcohol Testing
  • Forensic toxicology urine and blood collections
  • Point-of-Care and/or waived testing as approved by the Medical Director.

2. Performs departmental duties as assigned.

 

DUTITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. General

  • Operates laboratory computer systems and performs necessary tasks, which may include the following:
    • Prints labels, lists, reports, worksheets, etc. for use or distribution.
    • Accessions orders into computer system.
    • Performs edit checks.
    • Uses various functions on computer system to resolve problems and extract pertinent information.
    • Enters patient demographics.
    • Enters and/or reviews special instructions and information regarding specimens.
  • May obtain and/or verify pertinent patient information for laboratory testing and/or billing purposes.
    • Verifies information on requisitions for accuracy; obtains information as needed to ensure completeness.
    • Verifies identification of specimens.
    • Acquires and/or verifies appropriate authorization and/or signatures on requisition forms.
  • Answers telephone, receives and relays messages which may include messages regarding specimen pick-up, laboratory reports, test orders, etc.
  • May operate lab equipment such as but not limited to centrifuges, vortex mixers, etc. Performs regular maintenance of equipment, as assigned.
  • May perform Point-of-Care and/or waived testing as approved by the Medical Director and as necessary by a waiver from the Department of Health for the specific testing site.
  • Maintains files and retrieves material according to established systems and procedures.
  • May sort and check overall presentation of report forms and/or ancillary documents prior to distribution.
  • Monitors and processes documents via fax, including but not limited to reports and requisitions.
  • May handle payments for laboratory services.
  • Monitors and orders routine supplies required to perform duties.
  • May fill supply requests from satellites and clients.
  • Works with clients and/or departments to resolve problems.
  • Sorts, processes, and/or routes specimens to various departments and for transport to other locations, which may include IATA packing requirements for transport to other locations.

2. Accessioning

  • Sorts, processes, and/or routes specimens to various departments and for transport to other locations.
  • Verifies receipt of specimens in lab computer system, including interfaced lab orders.
  • May assist with processing of send out specimens.

3. Satellites

  • Performs Breath Alcohol tests in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
  • Performs collection of forensic toxicology urine specimens following federal and state requirements.

4. Forensic Toxicology (as applicable)

Breath Alcohol Testing:

  • Performs Breath Alcohol tests in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
  • Processes and distributes breath alcohol documents.
  • Interacts with designated client contacts regarding positive breath alcohol results.

Forensic Toxicology specimen collection:

  • Collects forensic toxicology urine or blood specimens following federal or state requirements.
  • Performs same-sex observed urine collections as assigned.
  • Signs affidavits and handles inquiries from clients and donors.

     

5. Performs other duties as assigned.

6. Job expectations:

  • Demonstrates clear, audience-focused and effective communication with Aloha.
  • Reads, interprets and writes documents, such as policies, standard operating procedures and reports.
  • Creates a positive work culture and environment.
  • Models organizational values and contributes to quality improvements to support innovation.
  • Builds collaborative relationships with teammates: shares ideas, supports others to achieve goals and has each other’s backs.
  • Follows all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with DLS safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
  • Provides excellent customer service to our internal and external customers with compassion and respect.
  • Maintains and values the importance of attendance at work.
  • Stays current on information and requirements to perform the job while embracing continuous learning to improve skills and knowledge.
  • Maintains a high level of confidentiality of information.
  • Uses sound judgement, analytical skills and innovation while problem solving and takes appropriate and timely actions.
  • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability by adjusting to shifts in priorities, demands, and procedures.

 

JOB DEMANDS

Typical Physical Demands:        

  • Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
  • Requires clear vision at 20 inches or less and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Requires corrected hearing to normal range.
  • Requires wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as, but not limited to, gloves, lab coats, and face shields.
  • Performs occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of supplies weighing up to 35 pounds.
  • May perform the following activities on a continual or intermittent basis:
    • Standing or sitting up to 4 hours
    • Typing/keying up to 2 hours
    • Bending up to 2 hours
  • May require distinguishing and identifying colors.
  • May require occasional lifting and carrying of supplies weighing up to 35 pounds.
  • May require repetitive manual motion such as but not limited to pipetting, capping and uncapping specimens.
  • May require frequent walking and/or driving to various locations.

Typical Working Conditions:      

  • Work environment includes conditions common to a hospital/laboratory environment, including working directly with biohazardous materials, potentially hazardous chemicals and patients with communicable diseases.
  • Generally works in an indoor, air-conditioned area.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:       
Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred:

  • Academic background with courses in mathematics and some biological sciences preferred.

 

Experience

Preferred:

  • One-year patient care, medical laboratory, or equivalent public contact experience preferred.

Skills:  

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both in verbal and written form.
  • Excellent customer service skills.

     

Other Qualifications as applicable:

  • Must possess a valid State of Hawaii (or equivalent) motor vehicle license and a current, acceptable traffic abstract.
  • Must meet additional requirements of contracting agencies, such as obtaining a security clearance.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet