UChicago Medicine · 1 day ago
Pre-Analytical Technician, Anatomic Pathology Laboratory - Full Time, Day Shift
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$27/hr - $31/hrUChicago Medicine is seeking a Pre-Analytical Technician in the Anatomic Pathology department. The role involves specimen receipt, assessment, and pre-analytical processing services while ensuring quality assurance and adherence to laboratory policies.
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Responsibilities
Receives specimens submitted to the laboratory
Follows laboratory procedures for accessioning, labeling, and ordering tasks to ensure accurate identification, identify the ordering provider, and ensure proper billing
Utilizes policies and procedures for requisition and specimen requirements to determine whether the submitted specimens are acceptable for analysis
Assures proper storage and handling for specimens that cannot be immediately analyzed
Ensures specimen integrity is maintained by following appropriate transport procedures as well as shipping and packaging procedures in the case of specimens being sent out for testing
Conducts preliminary specimen preparations of laboratory specimens for the analytical process through centrifugation, aliquotting of blood and body fluids, packaging, setup, quality assessment, and distribution of the prepared specimens to the appropriate sections of the laboratory
May handle dry ice, formalin, and other hazardous materials for purposes of specimen processing and transport
Performs phlebotomy for specimen collection. May assist in the bone marrow collection process
Performs waived testing as assigned
Practices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities by following all maintenance, safety, and quality controls policies and procedures
Collaborates with techs and leadership for the correct reporting of all test results in the laboratory information system according to laboratory policies and procedures, within stated turnaround times, and follows appropriate procedures during downtimes
Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of waived tests through the pre-analytic and analytic stages
Answers inquiries regarding specimen handling, results, and other technical information
Appropriately assists clinicians with requests and seeks out resources necessary when information is not available to answer questions
Performs clerical duties such as shipping, filing, laminating, scanning, and mailing etc
As applicable, interacts with patients via specimen collection activities. Ensure a professional demeanor during patient interactions
Initiates and documents troubleshooting and problem-solving to resolve issues
Communicates any pertinent information or problems with the laboratory team and leadership respectfully and proactively
Prepares and maintains an adequate stock of reagents, standards, and control materials for the performance of testing at the assigned workstation and notifies leadership of any shortages or problems
Assists in maintaining continual compliance with policies, procedures and record keeping necessary to meet standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies
Assists in training and ongoing continuing education of laboratory testing personnel, students, pathology residents, fellows, and others
Assists in new testing, procedures, and equipment validation and implementation
Participates in educational and training activities to acquire new skills, maintain technical relevance, and improve proficiency
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Knowledge and ability to use laboratory and hospital information systems
Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment
Ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels
Preferred
Associate Degree in a Science-related field of study
MLT (ASCP) certification/eligibility
Clinical laboratory or phlebotomy experience
Company
UChicago Medicine
The University of Chicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medicine since 1927, when we cared for our first patients.
Founded in 1927
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$112.4MKey Investors
National Institutes of Health
2019-04-10Grant· $9M
2018-10-14Grant· $3.4M
2017-05-24Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Ivan Samstein
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, University of Chicago Medicine
Jason Keeler
Executive Vice President and COO
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