Job Information
Texas Health Action Lab Coordinator/OSHA Safety Officer-South Austin in Austin, Texas
Texas Health Action (THA) is a community-informed non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to culturally affirming, quality health services in a safe and supportive environment, with an expertise in serving LGBTQIA+ people and those impacted by HIV. THA's programs include Kind Clinic, Waterloo Counseling Center, and TeleKind (telemedicine services). Read more about THA here: http://texashealthaction.org.
Texas Health Action is seeking a Lab Coordinator/OSHA Safety Officer at our Central Austin Kind Clinic to coordinate and oversee laboratory operations, including all necessary reporting, processing of lab specimens, and performing phlebotomy as needed. This role will report to the Clinic Administrator.
What you would do:
Communicate with the Clinic Administrator to ensure that lab technician positions are adequately staffed for clinic operation
Demonstrate working knowledge of all lab processes: phlebotomy and lab specimen processing, urine reagent analysis, preparing, labeling, and submitting swab/urine samples to external labs
Perform lab coordinator and/or phlebotomy services during clinic hours of operation
Provide account management for reference labs (point of contact for discrepancies, lab errors, add-ons, orders, invoicing, etc)
Be responsible for observation, training, and supervision of laboratory technicians
Identify staff needs and assists in facilitation of trainings as needed
Work with Clinic Administrator to implement and maintain organization’s policies and procedures that reduce the quantity of “insufficient” and “unsatisfactory” lab specimens received by external labs
Utilize and promote infection control measures and universal precautions to maintain high quality of health and safety during clinic operation
Be responsible for ordering, tracking, invoicing, and maintaining adequate medical supply inventories
Ensure well-being of Express Testing patients in the lab
Interact with Express Testing patients to acquire blood and urine samples as per physician orders
Maintain a system of confidentiality according to clinic’s policies and procedures and HIPAA guidelines
Foster teamwork within the clinic
Maintain and perform necessary plans and inspections to help Texas Health Action ensure a workplace free from serious recognized hazards and maintain OSHA compliance
Perform annual OSHA Inspection via approved system for Travis County based THA facilities
Complete OSHA Form 300 as required for each applicable work-related injury or illness via approved system
Annually, complete OSHA Form 300-A to summarize all applicable work-related injuries or illnesses that occurred during the prior year
In conjunction with compliance, ensure that the OSHA Form 301 is completed for each recordable work-related injury or illness
Create and maintain the Fire Prevention Plan and Exposure Control Plan for Travis County THA locations, ensuring annually that they remain up-to-date
Perform the annual Hazard Assessment Inspection for the Travis County THA locations
Hold Quarterly Safety Meetings for the clinical staff and clinicians, document meetings with minutes
Applicant Information
Submitting official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses may be required prior to final offer. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position may be needed for employment verification.
The applicant selected for employment is subject to a pre-employment background check. A history of conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant. Applicants with a history of conviction may be considered on a case-by-case basis, after individualized assessment of factors including the nature of the conviction, the job duties and responsibilities, the length of time since the conviction, and evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
EOE Statement: Texas Health Action is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Compensation
Based on job duties and requirements, this position is placed in salary band 42 with an hourly range of $22.06 to $25.37 per hour. Initial placement within this range will be based on hired candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.
Requirements
Your previous work life, experience & education must include:
Working knowledge of infection control and universal precautions
Familiarity with testing performed in Clinic’s CLIA-waived laboratory
Acquiring and processed lab specimens
Working effectively with providers, staff, volunteers, and patients, as well as community partners
Having the ability to observe, document, and communicate lab-related issues, and to exercise independent judgment, well-informed decision-making and problem-solving
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (403b)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Training & Development