Laboratory Technician II - Tissue Bank

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

Job summary

University of Iowa Health Care, Iowa City, seeks a Laboratory Technician II to perform tissue bank operations and routine lab tasks. You will transport tissues and specimens across the UIHC campus, handle clerical tasks, and maintain clean work areas, supporting safe processing.

The role requires the ability to move up to 25 lbs, traverse distances within the campus, and work Monday–Friday, 0630-1500, on-site.

Qualifications

• Two years of related laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent level.
• Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification.
• Any combination of related post high school education and laboratory experience which totals two years.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily operations in the tissue bank.
• Performs routine pick-up and delivery of surgical tissues, laboratory specimens, and other related items to surgical areas, clinical areas, and laboratories throughout the UIHC main campus.
• Perfomrs required clerical/computer tasks.
• Performs cleaning of tissue transport containers and work area.
• Receives and unpacks supplies received from outside vendors.

Skills

Public Contact/Customer Service

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of related laboratory experience

Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification

Job description

The Department of Pathology is seeking a Laboratory Technician II to perform a variety of laboratory procedures, tissue/specimen transport service and clerical tasks for the Tissue Bank within DeGowin Blood Center. This position is required to move up to or greater than 25 lbs. long distances throughout the hospital, which can add up to several miles per day between the Tissue and Cellular Therapy laboratory and other locations within UIHC. This transport may involve the use of coolers, carts, or other means of conveyance. This position is 100% time, Monday – Friday, 1st shift, 0630-1500.

Duties To Include

• Performs daily operations in the tissue bank.
• Performs routine pick-up and delivery of surgical tissues, laboratory specimens, and other related items to surgical areas, clinical areas, and laboratories throughout the UIHC main campus.
• Perfomrs required clerical/computer tasks.
• Performs cleaning of tissue transport containers and work area.
• Receives and unpacks supplies received from outside vendors.

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://pathology.medicine.uiowa.edu/about-us

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• 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 laboratory experience which totals two years.

Special Qualifications (if Appropriate)

• Public Contact/Customer Service
• High school diploma or equivalent (required to meet CAP and CLIA regulations).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in Tissue Bank is highly desirable.
• Able to move>25 pounds.
• Able to traverse several miles per day

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 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Friday 10:00 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]