Responsible for the processing of laboratory specimens and reporting of results in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Maintains laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. - As SVH team members, we hold each other and ourselves accountable to our Standards of Excellence in everything we do. - Ability to function in all areas of the clinical laboratory: blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology/immunology and other ancillary sections of the laboratory such as phlebotomy - Responsible for performing high-complexity testing. - Alters or adjusts methods and procedures for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. - Performs quality control procedures and instrument checks. - Demonstrates knowledge of expected lab values for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. - Notifies patient care unit and/or physician of critical lab values. - Maintains accurate laboratory records on procedures performed for statistics and billing. - Meets current documentation standards and policies. - Interacts professionally with the Director of Clinical Laboratory, Pathologist , Laboratory Manager and other clinical laboratory personnel. - Consults with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. - Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. - Follows standard precautions at all times. - Manages and operates laboratory equipment safely and correctly. - Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies. - Maintains current knowledge of hospital policy, JCAHO, state and other regulatory requirements. - Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. - Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.