Clinical Lab Tech A

upenn; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Long-term care insurance

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Clinical Lab Tech A to perform clinical laboratory testing on companion animals using automated and manual techniques across hematology, chemistry, coagulation, cytology, blood banking, and immunology.

Responsibilities include specimen prep and testing, result review and communication with clinicians, daily QC, sample accessioning, teaching veterinary students, inventory management, and general lab organization.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and testing of laboratory specimens, following established protocol.
• Review and release of results; communicate with pathologists and/or clinicians regarding abnormal results.
• Performing daily quality control, evaluating results/trends, communicating abnormal results to supervisors/lead technician(s).
• Accessioning specimens, answering phones, preparing specimens for shipment.
• Teaching veterinary students in laboratory classes, on rotations through clinical laboratory.
• Laboratory organization, inventory management, restocking laboratory supplies.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Clinical Lab Tech A

Job Profile Title

Technician, Clinical A

Job Description Summary

The primary function of this position is to perform clinical laboratory testing on companion animals using both automated and manual techniques in all sections of the lab; this includes hematology, chemistry, coagulation, cytology, blood banking, immunology.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation and testing of laboratory specimens, following established protocol
• Review and release of results; communicate with pathologists and/or clinicians regarding abnormal results
• Performing daily quality control, evaluating results/trends, communicating abnormal results to supervisors/lead technician(s)
• Accessioning specimens, answering phones, preparing specimens for shipment
• Teaching veterinary students in laboratory classes, on rotations through clinical laboratory
• Laboratory organization, inventory management, restocking laboratory supplies
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

$15.90 - $22.00 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or