Laboratory Processing Technician - First Shift

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

35% Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Technician to receive, evaluate, accession, process, store and distribute patient specimens for lab testing in accordance with SOPs. You will ensure samples meet pre-analytical requirements and resolve specimen issues to support timely testing and accurate results.

The role requires strong problem-solving, the ability to work under pressure, basic computer skills, and a high school diploma. Shift: 40 hrs/wk, first shift, with some weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age and high school education or equivalent.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities to identify and correct specimen issues.
• Ability to concentrate and work accurately under pressure; computer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, evaluate, accession, process, store and distribute patient specimens.
• Ensure samples meet pre-analytical testing requirements and resolve issues.
• Project a professional image through phone, email and other communications.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Concentration under pressure

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in lab/health field (preferred)

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Shift Details: 40 hrs/wk 4am - 12:30pm includes every other Saturday/Sunday

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network

Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Dignity and Respect

We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support

• Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.
• Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting your healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Responsible for receiving, evaluating, accessioning, processing, storage and distributing of patient specimens for lab testing adhering to department standard operating procedures. Ensure that incoming patient samples meet the pre-analytical testing requirements and that specimen issues are resolved before testing. Possess the ability to organize workload for maximum efficiency, accuracy and to help maintain the quality and timeliness of patient testing. Project a professional image through phone, email and other communications to internal and external customers.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Possess strong trouble shooting abilities to identify, evaluate and correct problems related to specimen quality, integrity, and appropriateness for requested orders required.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, utilize good judgment, work accurately under pressure and handle stress to meet deadlines required.
• Computer experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred.
• Direct patient care experience preferred.
• Post-secondary education in a laboratory or health-related field preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics. Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help your patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.

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