Pathfinders Intern Specimen Management

HNL Lab Medicine • Allentown, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30pm ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Engage in hands-on learning through scheduled departmental training sessions and shadowing opportunities. Collaborate with mentors and program administrators to select and develop a capstone project. Document progress and reflections through regular journaling, integrating NACE career readiness competencies and personal growth insights. Attend scheduled career pathway speaker sessions, mentor check-ins, and professional development modules (e.g., HNL U, NACE activities).. Accurately completes work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) in department. Receives, and triages incoming specimens and evaluates specimen integrity. Performs laboratory information systems functions for test receipt, requisition and labeling; may perform and record required checks of laboratory equipment and test systems and notifies mentor or departmental supervisor of any issues. Cleans laboratory equipment, glassware and work surfaces as well as prepares laboratory reagents and other testing supplies with accuracy and with documentation of performed QC checks. Problems are reported to the mentor or department supervisor in a timely manner. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A. Education: High school juniors, seniors, or recent graduates must be enrolled in a STEAM/STEM career program. B. Language Ability: Ability to read and understand basic technical and professional materials. Can communicate clearly in writing and verbally with team members, supervisors, and customers. Demonstrates a professional phone manner and can respond appropriately to routine questions and requests. C. Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. D. Reasoning Ability: Ability to work independently; demonstrate initiative and analytical ability; and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction. E. Computer Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to troubleshoot common technical issues such as password resets and software navigation. Willingness to learn and adapt to Laboratory Information Systems and other relevant technologies as needed. F. Certificates and Licenses: No certifications needed. HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities. Address: 794 Roble Rd Primary Location: HNL- Roble Position Type: Onsite Department: 1046-00038 Organizational Development and Learning

Requirements

• High school juniors, seniors, or recent graduates must be enrolled in a STEAM/STEM career program.
• Ability to read and understand basic technical and professional materials.
• Can communicate clearly in writing and verbally with team members, supervisors, and customers.
• Demonstrates a professional phone manner and can respond appropriately to routine questions and requests.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to work independently; demonstrate initiative and analytical ability; and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to troubleshoot common technical issues such as password resets and software navigation.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to Laboratory Information Systems and other relevant technologies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Engage in hands-on learning through scheduled departmental training sessions and shadowing opportunities.
• Collaborate with mentors and program administrators to select and develop a capstone project.
• Document progress and reflections through regular journaling, integrating NACE career readiness competencies and personal growth insights.
• Attend scheduled career pathway speaker sessions, mentor check-ins, and professional development modules (e.g., HNL U, NACE activities).
• Accurately completes work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) in department.
• Receives, and triages incoming specimens and evaluates specimen integrity.
• Performs laboratory information systems functions for test receipt, requisition and labeling; may perform and record required checks of laboratory equipment and test systems and notifies mentor or departmental supervisor of any issues.
• Cleans laboratory equipment, glassware and work surfaces as well as prepares laboratory reagents and other testing supplies with accuracy and with documentation of performed QC checks.
• Problems are reported to the mentor or department supervisor in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees