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University of Iowa · 1 month ago

Laboratory Technician II 50% - UI Health Care Bettendorf

Iowa City, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered Lab Tech II to work in their Bettendorf Clinic. This role involves performing phlebotomy, routine laboratory testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Performs phlebotomy

Performs routine laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids. Uses the Laboratory Information System to accession specimens. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens

Prepares specimens for transport to maintain specimen viability

Records results of laboratory testing and reports results in the Laboratory Information System and to clinicians in compliance with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures

Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments

Performs records and reviews daily quality control as required for assigned testing/instrumentation

Cleans and maintains a medium-sized laboratory area and equipment therein, makes inventory reports and performs simple maintenance on laboratory equipment

Maintains supplies and equipment in medium sized laboratory area and orders additional supplies

Distributes incoming freight, laboratory supplies, environmental samples or biological specimens, and packs outgoing sample or specimen containers

Seeks assistance from the Laboratory Technical Consultant when complex equipment or technical issues arise. Informs the Laboratory Technical Consultant of significant laboratory variances

Responds to, or may direct response to, telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens. Investigates and resolves laboratory questions with minimum guidance

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

PhlebotomyLaboratory Information SystemRoutine laboratory testingCertified Laboratory AssistantASCP certificationEPIC experienceBeaker experiencePositive demeanorRespectCollaboration

Required

Two years of related laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent level experience, OR

Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification, OR

Any combination of related post high school education and experience which totals two years

Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards

Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical need/hours

Preferred

Strong phlebotomy skills

Previous experience with lab audits

Previous experience handling and processing lab specimens

Previous EPIC and Beaker experience

Previous walk-in clinic experience

Assist and coordinate proficiency testing for moderate complexity instruments

Previous experience in performing routine laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids, which may include but not limited to: Piccolo, CMP's, CBS's, etc

Performs routine moderate complexity testing including but not limited to urinalyses, rapid antigen kit tests, and various pot of care tests. Uses the Laboratory Information System to accession specimens. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens

Certification from American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency (NCA) as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) is highly desirable

Approaches every interaction with patients and coworkers with a positive, professional demeanor and valuing respect, collaboration, and excellence in the position

Benefits

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including a double retirement match, paid vacation as well as paid sick leave.

Company

University of Iowa

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On our beautiful campus spanning the Iowa River, our faculty and staff enjoy access to an array of cultural, educational, and recreational activities.

Founded in 1986

Iowa City, Iowa, USA

10001+ employees