Laboratory Receptionist - Clinical Laboratory
General Information
Language : english
Years of Experience : 2+ years
Closing Date : 31 December 2012
Function
Receives specimens for analysis and distributes them to the appropriate sections of the laboratories
Responsibilities
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Receives all samples for all sections of the clinical laboratories and checks the appropriateness of the sample against the tests requested information
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Implement rejection specimen criteria (Ref : JD/CL/01)
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Verifies test orders in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
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Generates specimen ID number from LIS, number all the samples appropriately and do the necessary
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Informs the OP / phlebotomy dept. about any disparity in the sample collection or orders
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Alerts the technician about urgent specimens. Distributes the specimens to various laboratories which are sent out/received
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Answers telephonic inquiries as to the status of the specimens (analyzed, pending etc.) and on specimen collection
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Keeps a record of specimens, which are hemolised, improperly collected and those without orders
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Informs the OP(s)/phlebotomy dept. about any repeat samples required. Distribute the laboratory results to different departments or concerned person. Other duties as per the HOD or laboratory technologist in charge
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Required Skills and Expertise:
· Basic Computer Skills
· Good Communication Skills
· Ability to interact with doctors, nurses, technicians and others
· Ability to prioritise tasks
· Good interpersonal relationship
Other Comments:
Minimum Qualification Required: BSc level degree