Lab Tech AP Micro

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Job Title: Lab Tech Department: Microbiology Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hours: 36 hours per week, full time Shift: 1545-0115 Primary responsibilities include performing all necessary procedures pertaining to accessioning and technical preparation of all pathology and cytology specimens. This individual must function with a high degree of technical expertise regarding handling of specimens to ensure accuracy of diagnoses made from specimens submitted for evaluation. Effectively and efficiently prioritizes workflow within the department. Uses the laboratory computer system and equipment. From our CSP we also have our Microbiology media preparation and glassware washing duties Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Two years of college course work completed (40-60 credit hours) with emphasis in a science curriculum or equivalent with 12 hours Science credits preferred.
Associates of Science, Applied Science (or similar) preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing all necessary procedures pertaining to accessioning and technical preparation of all pathology and cytology specimens.
Functioning with a high degree of technical expertise regarding handling of specimens to ensure accuracy of diagnoses made from specimens submitted for evaluation.
Effectively and efficiently prioritizes workflow within the department.
Uses the laboratory computer system and equipment.
Perform specified waived and/or moderately complex testing and assess/investigate integrity of test results per CLIA testing personnel responsibilities.
Perform, result, review and maintain quality control records and seek assistance for resolution of issues.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment used in performing job functions.
Perform proficiency testing, per standard patient testing protocol.
Process and evaluate orders and specimens for acceptability.
Maintain specimen identification and integrity through entire process.
Prioritize and distribute specimens to appropriate section for analysis
Prepare specimens to be sent to testing laboratory
Answer large number of telephone inquiries
Fax, mail and deliver reports to appropriate location
Maintain and file laboratory records and reports.
Register patients and place test orders, as required
Collect and receive patient samples, if required
Load specimens on automated analyzer, as required.
Perform culture plating techniques and reagent preparation, as required.
Microbiology media preparation and glassware washing duties