University of Michigan Health-Sparrow · 9 hours ago
LAB TECHNICIAN - MICROBIOLOGY
Lansing, MI
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expUniversity of Michigan Health-Sparrow is seeking a Lab Technician in Microbiology to assist Clinical Laboratory Scientists in providing accurate and timely lab results. The role involves preparing and processing samples, conducting quality control testing, and maintaining laboratory inventory.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Perform “waived,” non-patient testing, & quality control testing, as directed
Assist with media/reagent preparation
Assist with study documentation, testing, quality control & record keeping
Properly prepare specimens for testing by centrifuging, aliquoting, & labelling, adhering to published procedures & guidelines
Receive & sort specimens, including blood, bodily fluid, & tissue
Evaluate specimens for correct identification & suitability for testing
Use complex scientific instruments to process specimens, adhering to published procedures & guidelines
Identify and correct problems and/or errors with submitted specimens, orders, and processing on scientific instruments
Follow established best practices to ensure that Patients, orders, & specimens are always identified & labelled correctly
Prioritize work based on Patient type & sample priority
Prepare specimens for transport & storage, deliver appropriate specimens to designated laboratory section for testing
Use a computer to verify sample collection information, retrieve patient test data, & enter data
Track specimens & work pending lists to identify incomplete tests & problems
Resolve problems by taking appropriate actions as dictated by the circumstances
Communicate effectively, & in accordance with the ICARE values, in-person, via the telephone, & via email
Provide instruction in laboratory technique, instrumentation, & application of laboratory test procedures to new Caregivers, students, fellows, residents & clients
Assist in training new Caregivers
Maintain inventory, replenish stock & supplies
Perform technical, clerical, & service duties as assigned, including (but not limited to: equipment cleaning & maintenance, emptying trash, washing dishes, taking & recording temperatures, filing & retrieving specimens, handling biohazard & chemical waste)
Follow instructions given by Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Pathologists, & Leaders
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Completed two college level science courses or 1 year of laboratory experience
Recent completion of a course in Medical Terminology or completion within 60 days following employment
Ability to read, follow directions, & perform procedures associated with specimen collection, handling & processing
Ability to recognize problems & take corrective actions
Ability to communicate effectively & professionally both in person & via the telephone
Ability to work well under pressure & to handle crisis situations
Ability to function as part of a team dedicated to Patient care
Ability to use a keyboard as required to perform the essential duties of the job
Ability to follow instructions
Preferred
Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred
Company
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
As Mid-Michigan’s premier healthcare organization and the region’s largest private employer, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow provides quality care to hundreds of thousands of people each year.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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