Lab Tech Specimen Processing

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor is seeking a Lab Tech for Specimen Processing. The role involves ordering tests in LIS, handling and preparing patient samples for transport and testing, and ensuring accurate specimen identification throughout the process.

The position may be full time with evening hours, requiring attention to detail, strong communication, and adherence to privacy policies. Prior lab experience is preferred, and the candidate should be comfortable using computers and maintaining safe,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; medical/lab experience preferred.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate with patients and health care professionals.
• Familiarity with computers and ability to use LIS.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient and specimen identification throughout the process.
• Process and prepare patient samples for transportation and testing.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation and equipment.
• Assist in training new employees and students.
• Follow HIPAA and privacy policies and protect confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication with patients

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Lab Tech Specimen Processing Department: Specimen Processing Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Opportunities for full time 40 hours a week, 5pm-1:30am OR part time 20 hours a week 2:30pm-11pm.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision and following established procedures, orders laboratory tests in the laboratory information system (LIS), handles, processes and prepares patient samples for transportation and distribution to appropriate laboratories for testing. Verifies patient and specimen identification throughout the process.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Previous medical/lab experience preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients and other health care professionals. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when performing job responsibilities. Ability to work and stand for approximately 60% of work time. Organizational skills necessary to prioritize work. Flexibility to accommodate task and location reassignment as needed. Familiarity and comfort with using computers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

• Determines acceptability of patient specimen (condition, timing, container type, etc.). Consults Medical Laboratory Scientist when needed.
• Positively ID specimens against requisitions and appropriately labels specimens.
• Completes specimen handling and processing including centrifugation of vacutainer and aliquoting/pouring over of specimens. Aliquots and adjusts pH of 24-hour urine specimens as required by location.
• Identify discrepancies or missing sources and consult with nursing station or physician as needed.
• Documents and follows up on problems. Able to access reference materials and on-line manuals, when needed.
• Follows test cancellation policy and completes follow-up tasks as needed. Locates specimens for add-on testing.
• Maintains minimum supply levels and maintains cleanliness of workstation and of the section.
• Provides input on policies and procedures.
• Assists in training new employees and students.
• Reviews and completes assigned continuing education documents. This includes annual mandatory education and laboratory procedures review and acknowledgment.
• Performs and documents routine quality control of equipment (centrifuge, refrigerator temperatures) as required by location.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to Trinity Health. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places. Adheres to all hospital HIPAA and privacy policies.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

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.