Technician, Clinical C

upenn; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia seeks a Clinical Laboratory Technician C to perform laboratory testing on companion animal specimens across hematology, chemistry, coagulation, cytology, blood banking, and immunology. The role requires independent judgment in a fast-paced clinical environment and includes processing, QC, and timely release of results.

You will train other technicians, troubleshoot instrumentation, and contribute to continuous education and maintenance of

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two-year college equivalent and 3-5 years of relev

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test clinical laboratory specimens according to established protocols across multiple disciplines.
• Perform daily quality control; identify abnormal findings and resolve QC issues; oversee instrument calibrations and start-up.
• Apply QC principles including Westgard Rules and assist in trend/error management.
• Accession specimens; assist others during high workload. Prepare specimens for shipment to outside laboratories.
• Review and release results; communicate abnormal findings to clinicians and staff. Enter and release outside lab reports.
• Train technicians in instrument operation, troubleshooting, QC, maintenance, and specimen handling.
• Develop ongoing training materials and proficiency resources.
• Assist with difficult specimens and serve as a technical resource.
• Develop and maintain procedures and provide workflow feedback.
• Maintain organization and inventory of supplies.
• Maintain knowledge of LIS; assist with setup and data retrieval.
• Provide leadership in absence of management and coordinate daily tasks.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Westgard Rules

Training

Troubleshooting

Specimen handling

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Technician, Clinical C

Job Profile Title

Technician, Clinical C

Job Description Summary

The primary function of this position is to perform laboratory testing on companion animals using both automated and manual techniques in all sections of the lab; this includes hematology, chemistry, coagulation, cytology, blood banking, and immunology.

Job Description

The Clinical Laboratory Technician C performs clinical laboratory testing on companion animal specimens using both automated and manual techniques across multiple areas of the laboratory, including hematology, chemistry, coagulation, cytology, blood banking, and immunology. This position is responsible for accurate specimen processing and testing, quality control, review and release of laboratory results, and communication of abnormal findings.

The Clinical Laboratory Technician C also serves as an experienced technical resource within the laboratory, assisting with complex or problematic specimens, troubleshooting instrumentation and testing issues, training other technicians, and supporting the efficient day‑to‑day operation of the laboratory. The role requires independent judgment, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and test clinical laboratory specimens according to established protocols using automated and manual testing methodologies across multiple laboratory disciplines.
• Perform daily quality control procedures; identify and report abnormal findings and resolve basic quality control issues. Oversee instrument calibrations, lot changes, implementation of new quality control materials, and startup of laboratory analyzers.
• Apply advanced quality control principles, including interpretation and application of Westgard Rules, and assist in identifying and managing trends or errors.
• Accession specimens and assist other technicians with accessioning during periods of high workload. Answer phones and prepare specimens for shipment to outside laboratories.
• Review and release laboratory results and communicate abnormal or unexpected findings to pathologists, clinicians, supervisors, and other appropriate staff. Enter and release outside laboratory results and reports.
• Train and assess clinical laboratory technicians, including new employees, in instrument operation, troubleshooting, quality control testing and interpretation, routine and preventive maintenance, and proper specimen handling.
• Develop and provide continuing education, training materials, and maintenance‑of‑proficiency resources for laboratory staff.
• Assist with complicated or problematic specimens and perform analysis on more difficult samples. Serve as a technical resource for challenging cases and research‑related testing.
• Develop, document, and maintain laboratory procedures and protocols and provide feedback regarding established testing procedures and workflows.
• Maintain laboratory organization and inventory, including monitoring, ordering, and restocking laboratory supplies.
• Maintain working knowledge of the laboratory information system, including adding test information, assisting with technician setup, and searching or retrieving laboratory information.
• Provide functional leadership and support laboratory operations in the absence of management, including responding to questions from clinicians, arranging staff duties, and helping ensure completion of daily work.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: Associate's degree or two-year college equivalent and 3-5 years of relev