Laboratory Technician II - Surgical Pathology

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to perform complex technical procedures and related duties in a clinical laboratory. The role includes specimen processing, computer/clerical tasks, and routine lab maintenance, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with lab experience or CLA certification; MLA/ASCP eligibility is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years of related laboratory experience, including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent, or
• Certified laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification, or
• Any combination of related post high school education and experience totaling two years.

Responsibilities

• Accessions, handles, and triages specimens for Surgical Pathology.
• Uses laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.
• Follows department and laboratory policies.
• Prepares reagents and chemicals.
• Performs other projects and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Specimen processing

Laboratory equipment operation

Communication skills

Policy adherence

Attention to detail

Education

Certified laboratory assistant (CLA)

High school + 2 years lab experience

Job description

The Department of Pathology is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to: under general supervision, performs difficult technical procedures and allied duties related to the function of a service laboratory; maintains laboratory area and equipment. Performs a variety of laboratory tasks related to processing specimens, computer/clerical duties, routine lab maintenance, and supply distribution. This position will be Monday – Friday, 0930-1830.

Duties To Include

• Accessions, handles, and triages specimens for Surgical Pathology.
• Uses laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.
• Follows department and laboratory policies.
• Prepares reagents and chemicals.
• Performs other projects and tasks as assigned.

The Department of Pathology is part of UI Health Care, a comprehensive health sciences center that serves Iowa and the region, as well as patients referred from the United States and overseas. The Clinical Laboratories are well recognized for providing outstanding and comprehensive care to the patients we serve. The breadth and depth of services provided are amongst the best in the country. The educational programs that the department participates in includes medical students, clinical laboratory scientists as well as biomedical scientists. To learn more: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/pathology/about-us

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• High school plus 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
• Any combination of related post high school education and experience which totals two years.

Desirable Qualifications

• MLA(ASCP) certification or eligible.
• Biological science coursework, i.e., Anatomy, Biology, etc.
• Medical Terminology

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any criminial conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Brenda Carey via email at [e-mail]

Hours

• Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Thursday 10:0 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Friday 10:0 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Or by appointment [e-mail] schedule an appointment or just stop by.

Visit the website for more information: Application Resource Center | University of Iowa Health Care

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Laboratory Technician II
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 8
• Starting Salary Minimum: 39,859.92

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Brenda Carey
• Contact Email: [e-mail]