University of Michigan · 10 hours ago
Laboratory Technician
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Michigan is one of the largest health care complexes in the world, dedicated to improving health through education, patient care, and research. The Laboratory Technician role involves receiving and processing Anatomic Pathology specimens, maintaining lab instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Receive and reconcile Anatomic Pathology specimens for order entry, including rejection of specimens (when applicable)
Perform order entry of all Anatomic Pathology specimens into Pathology LIS
Perform problem solving of specimens, including extensive phone triage
Maintain QC logs for problem cases
Triage Anatomic Pathology specimens for various laboratories
Notify resident/staff of specimens requiring immediate attention
Prepare cases for grossing/make cassettes
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance for lab instrumentation, including maintaining equipment maintenance records
Maintain an inventory of chemicals used in the laboratory, including maintaining a manifest, and appropriate storage and labeling
Reconcile and distribute assets from the pathology lab
Retrieve OR specimens from within the OR and floors
Pick up Anatomic Pathology specimens from all of the departments various locations and deliver to a central receiving area
Gross non-complex samples (if qualified)
Section frozen tissue and stain
Process specimens and prepare specimen slides and cell blocks using various methods, including staining, coverslipping and labeling of slides
Support/operate digital scanning process/instruments
File department assets- blocks and slides
Package specimens and slides for transport
Track assets in Pathology tracking system
Maintain and stock supplies/inventory for all the different Anatomic Pathology areas
Manage biohazard and chemical waste, including collection and proper disposal
Maintain records and documentation required in managing the daily workflow and provide QC/QA monitors
Assist with the orientation and training of the other employees
Demonstrate interpersonal skills required to successfully performing as a team member in a constantly changing environment
Maintain confidentiality regarding all phases of laboratory work and findings
Comply with all the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers Mission, Vision, Values and Goals
Qualification
Required
High school diploma is required
Requires frequent standing and walking for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs
Travel between sites may be required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or an Associate's degree with equivalent experience preferred but not required
Reasonable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in laboratory activities is desirable
Previous experience in performance of standard laboratory procedures is highly desirable
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Founded in 1817
10001+ employees
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$359.75MKey Investors
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