Microbiology Lab Technician - Specimen Processing & QC

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Lab Support Specialist to perform specimen processing, basic diagnostic procedures, and clerical duties in support of patient care. Responsibilities include processing specimens, operating basic lab equipment, preparing reagents, and ensuring timely reporting of results.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, WV PoC license, and at least 6 months of phlebotomy or related experience; CPT certification is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• West Virginia PoC License required by department.
• Six (6) months of Phlebotomy, Lab Assistant or Cytopreparatory experience.
• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens to support basic diagnostic procedures.
• Operate laboratory equipment/instrumentation for basic testing and specimen processing.
• Prepare reagents and solutions for processing and testing.
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure reliability of reagents and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality control of laboratory equipment.
• Report test results with limited errors and in a timely manner.
• Utilize time and resources to provide efficient patient care and workload balance.
• Complete workload within turnaround times and communicate supply needs to supervisor.
• Perform clerical duties to support laboratory operations.

Skills

Computer basics

MS Office

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

West Virginia PoC License

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Lab Support Specialist to perform specimen processing, basic diagnostic procedures, and clerical duties in support of patient care. Responsibilities include processing specimens, operating basic lab equipment, preparing reagents, and ensuring timely reporting of results.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, WV PoC license, and at least 6 months of phlebotomy or related experience; CPT certification is