Laboratory Technician II - Mission Cancer & Blood (Des Moines)
Mission Cancer & Blood, part of UI Health Care is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to perform difficult technical procedures and allied duties related to the function of a clinical, environmental, teaching or research laboratory; maintains laboratory area and equipment. Provides functional supervision to Laboratory Assistants as required.
Duties to include:
· Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens.
· Responds to, or may direct response to, telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens or samples. Investigates and resolves laboratory questions with minimum guidance.
· Assists in training laboratory staff.
· Adhere to strict procedures and practice of safety precautions to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
· Explain procedures to patients and family members in a professional and courteous manner.
· Utilize standard procedures to determine positive patient identification.
· Verify, complete, and resolve orders in the EMR (electronic medical record).
· Complete lab requisition orders and produce appropriate labels for specimen tubes in the LIS (laboratory information system).
· Obtain blood specimens from patients as required using established blood-drawing techniques.
· Centrifuge appropriate tubes to obtain serum/plasma for testing.
· Perform moderate complexity, point of care, or waived testing following standard operating policies and procedures.
· Assist with collection, labeling, and transportation of other laboratory specimens as necessary.
· Record results in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
· Perform various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
· Maintain inventory of supplies, materials and equipment.
· Maintain and clean equipment and instruments as per established procedures and manufacturer’s instructions.
· Perform calibrations and proficiency testing and calibration verification as required.
· Maintain records and documentation for proficiency testing and to meet CLIA requirements and regulations.
· Assist in bone marrow biopsy collections.
· Perform all other duties as assigned.
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Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours/ week, Hours generally worked between 7:00am-5:30pm
Location: Des Moines, IA Mission, Cancer & Blood
Pay Grade: 8 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/guide-pay-plans
Benefits Highlights:
· Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
· Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications:
· 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.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Knowledge of care and use of laboratory equipment.
· Knowledge of principles of sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures.
· Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and equipment and supplies required.
· Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills.
· Ability to use proper lifting and bending techniques.
· Ability to communicate effectively with others.
· Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to collect data, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.
· Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply, divide and determine percentages.
· Ability to work with computerized inventory control systems.
· Ability to use and care for tools in maintenance and repair work.
· Ability to perform difficult lab procedures and prepare chemical solutions according to instructions.
· Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
· Ability to exercise functional supervision over employees.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 business days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
References: Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
With additional questions, please reach out to Brenna Ballo (brenna-ballo@uiowa.edu)
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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