Male Drug Testing Technician

MAJOR DUTIES: The Drug Testing Technician is responsible for various duties related to collection, processing, reporting, and recording of urinalysis samples submitted on or off site. The work involves the collection of urine samples per the agencies policies and procedures and recording of data during the collection process. This position does not provide clinical services to agency patients. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

1. Produce accurate labels for clients preparing to submit a urine sample.
2. Instruct clients in the agency procedures for submission of urine samples and insure that these procedures are followed.
3. Monitor and observe client submission of the urine sample.
4. Insure maintenance of chain-of-custody of the urine sample including documentation by the client of all identifying information on the sample.
5. Administer and record breathalyzer procedures & results when appropriate.
6. Inform client of additional responsibilities, i.e. case management contacts, positive BA procedures, and/or prescription verification requirements.
7. Inform client's case manager or the program supervisor of any unusual occurrences including but not limited to, positive BA, adulterated urine, and/or disturbances of any type.
8. Prepare samples for delivery to the laboratory's courier.
9. Insure all required samples for urine collection are maintained at sufficient levels.
10. Insure universal precautions for handling of urine samples are adhered to.
11. Other responsibilities as directed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Familiarity with issues specific to addiction and recovery.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills.

COMPLEXITY

The incumbent provides agency based services to patients in the Inpatient treatment program. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and creativity are required to help implement and deliver support services that meet the complex needs of the patients.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are primarily with the members of the treatment team, patients, and significant others and family members of the patients. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state laws dealing with the confidentiality of patient records.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Most of the work can be performed while sitting, standing and walking.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working hours are spent indoors in offices or other meeting rooms or in the community meeting on outings or while transporting patients to appointments. Supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities will be required.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: UA Services Supervisor