University of Washington · 3 weeks ago
Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, Cytogenetics Laboratory
Greater Seattle Area
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.98/hr - $40.05/hr
2+ years expThe University of Washington is a leading health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. They are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technician 2 to assist in the Cytogenetics Laboratory, performing vital laboratory procedures including specimen preparation, quality control, and administrative tasks.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Enter patient and laboratory information into Epic database with accuracy and with attention to detail
Set up and harvest cultures of cells using sterile/aseptic technique, maintaining appropriate labeling of vessels and slides
Perform CD138+ cell enrichment
Gather unstained and H&E slides for paraffin FISH cases
Prepare slides and perform special staining for microscopy
Prepare reagents for laboratory procedures using protocols, balance and pH meter
Perform FISH pretreatment procedures, apply FISH probe and perform FISH post-wash
Sterilize, or prepare for autoclave/sterilization, solutions, instruments and equipment
Clean laboratory areas and equipment; take dishes to dish room, wash Coplin jars, perform detergent reside checks on cleaned glassware
Use microscopy skills to compile cell information and capture and enhance images for analysis
Use reference material to troubleshoot and check results
Transfer cell pellets to smaller storage vials for long-term storage
Check CO² levels, change CO² tanks and order new CO² tanks when needed
Maintain a safe working environment by following laboratory policies and safety regulations
Assist in research cases and data recording
Check laboratory monthly for expired reagents
File slides
Advise technologists and supervisor about stock needed to maintain laboratory functioning properly
Help the supervisor and staff find proper vendors for some stocks
Read and record instrument data
Assiduously maintain patient and specimen information
Maintain equipment used in proper working conditions. Coordinate with supervisor to resolve problems with equipment
Keep records of quality control data provided with shipments of media and reagents
Help obtain test reports from other laboratories
Assist in compiling data for Quality Assurance; check and record dates that AP/NP pathologist signed out FISH results, generate monthly poor growth, failure, amended Temptrak as well as AP/NP turn-around time reports
Assist the supervisor and specialists in preparing for CAP and other inspections
Maintain and implement laboratory safety procedures
Accession patient, specimen and clinician information into Epic database. Select correct case types, fee schedules, assign CPT codes
Order supplies and organize documents related to ordering as needed
Print reports of completed cases, file patient folders
Perform all the duties of the Laboratory Technician
Perform related duties as needed
Maintain confidentiality of patient information, including final diagnosis
Contribute to a pleasant working atmosphere
Qualification
Required
High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experience
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration
Preferred
One year of college with course work emphasizing laboratory science or one year of experience as a Laboratory Technician I
Benefits
$3,000 recruitment incentive for eligible new employees joining UW Medicine.
Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
Company
University of Washington
University of Washington is an educational institution that provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.
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$205.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
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Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
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