Clinical Pathology Technician - AZ - College of Veterinary Medicine

Midwestern University•Glendale, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pathology Technician at the Animal Health Institute (AHI) is responsible for the day-to-day operations in the clinical pathology laboratory space, located in the Companion Animal Clinic (CAC). Activities will include collaboration with the veterinary laboratory team and maintaining and using standard diagnostic equipment to analyze clinical samples. This job will require close attention to detail and awareness of precision instrumentation, excellent technical, communication, and interpersonal skills, familiarity with laboratory health and safety standards and protocols, an ability to work independently, and a willingness to be flexible and adaptable to organizational growth and change. This position reports to the Manager of Diagnostic Pathology Center. This position is structured across three levels, reflecting increasing levels of technical expertise, independence, problem-solving, leadership, and operational responsibility.

Requirements

A qualified applicant must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and have reasonable, regular, in-person attendance.
Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Must become proficient with an integrated hospital management system; previous experience desirable.
Level 1: High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Level 1: 1-3 years of related experience or an Associates degree
Level 2: 3-5 years clinical pathology or diagnostic lab experience
Level 2: Demonstrated proficiency with lab instrumentation and LIS
Level 3: 5+ years advanced clinical pathology lab experience
Level 3: Proven leadership, training, and operational oversight experience
Level 3: Certification in H(ASCP) or equivalent clinical pathology certifications

Nice To Haves

Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment preferred
Level II: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Level III: Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Routine sample preparation and analysis on an Advia hematology analyzer, Beckman Coulter biochemistry analyzer, Clinitek urine chemistry analyzer, and use of a slide stainer
Receive, accession and maintain inventory of samples.
Prepare and send samples to outside laboratories when necessary.
Order and maintain inventory of lab supplies, including reagents and other lab materials.
Use and maintain knowledge of EMR and LIS systems used in lab and know how to troubleshoot such systems.
Coordinate and interact with Animal Health Institute (AHI) staff on IT issues when necessary
Perform regular equipment QA/QC and maintenance
Troubleshoot equipment and work with vendor tech support when needed.
Notify AHI management and facilities on larger issues
Participate in laboratory meetings and team planning
Provide client services and communication to students, faculty, and technical staff as needed
Other job-related duties as assigned
Perform basic sample processing and testing with oversight
Accurately enter and maintain patient/sample records
Follow established SOPs and workflows
Assist with inventory management and stocking
Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning
Escalate equipment or result issues to senior staff
Support teaching environment (students/faculty interaction)
Independently perform and validate diagnostic testing
Troubleshoot equipment, assays, and LIS/EMR issues
Perform and document QA/QC processes
Coordinate sample submissions to external laboratories
Train and mentor Level I technicians and students
Assist in development and refinement of SOPs
Communicate findings effectively with clinicians and faculty
Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Oversee daily laboratory operations and workflow efficiency
Lead QA/QC programs and ensure regulatory compliance
Serve as primary liaison for equipment vendors and technical support
Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs and best practices
Train, mentor, and assess technicians and students
Support new test development and laboratory expansion initiatives
Partner with leadership on strategic planning and lab growth
Analyze lab performance metrics and implement improvements
Assist with budgeting, supply forecasting, and resource allocation

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
life insurance
short/long term disability
pet insurance
flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account
competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days
403(b) retirement plan
tuition reimbursement
child care subsidy reimbursement program
identity theft protection
employee assistance program
wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility