Laboratory Technician II - Microbiology Laboratory
About The Position
The Department of Pathology is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to perform laboratory tasks related to specimen processing, supply distribution, computer and clerical duties, and routine laboratory maintenance. The position provides functional supervision to laboratory assistants and works in the Microbiology Laboratory. The role is 50% time, Monday through Friday, on the first shift from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Department of Pathology is part of UI Health Care, a comprehensive health sciences center serving Iowa and the region, as well as patients referred from across the United States and overseas. Its Clinical Laboratories provide comprehensive patient care and participate in educational programs for medical students, clinical laboratory scientists, and biomedical scientists.
Requirements
- 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 a combination of related post-high-school education and experience totaling two years.
- Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark each as a “Relevant File” to be considered for an interview.
- Successful candidates must disclose any criminal conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification.
- The position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Nice To Haves
- MLA(ASCP) certification or eligibility for certification.
- Experience handling patient specimens.
- Experience processing and plating specimens for microbiology testing.
Responsibilities
- Admit Microbiology specimens to the laboratory for processing and microbiological analysis.
- Process specimens for microbiological analysis.
- Respond to incoming telephone calls.
- Monitor and maintain weekly media inventory.
- Process hazardous biological waste material for disposal.
- Clean and maintain the laboratory admitting area and equipment located there.
- Provide functional supervision to laboratory assistants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
