Technician V

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine seeks a Technician V to support laboratory operations, ensuring accurate processing of clinical specimens and adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates possess problem-solving skills and a strong commitment to professional conduct, with preferences for prior laboratory experience and PBT or MLA certification.

Benefits

Prepaid tuition assistance programs

Comprehensive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• Certification as a PBT or MLA preferred.
• Prior experience in hospital laboratory is preferred.
• Phlebotomy training and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists managers and supervisors with daily operations and workflow.
• Processes clinical specimens for diagnostic laboratory testing.
• Maintains a safe work area and adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Associate of Arts or Science

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary:

A Technician V functions as a technical resource for laboratory. This role assists managers, supervisors and lead technologists with daily operations and workflow. The individual is responsible for send out testing ordering, shipping and troubleshooting. The Technician V also processes clinical specimens for diagnostic laboratory testing within the health system. (HUP - Specimen Receiving & Processing - Shift 2)

Responsibilities:

• Projects an image of professionalism in appearance and conduct at all times; Works well with peers and those in authority; Works to promote the Penn Medicine BE standards; Promotes patient and staff relations and displays pride in work; Complies with Hospital, Laboratory, Safety, and HIPAA regulations; Notifies Supervisor or Safety Officer of hazards when found; Completes annual mandatories on or before the due date.
• Follows established SOP for the processing of biological specimens for analysis and evaluates and solves problems related to that process; Maintains accurate and orderly log records and/or worksheets where required according to SOPs.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area; Demonstrates safe work practices; Keeps work area free from personal documents & items; Answers phone in a professional, courteous, and timely manner, speaking to caller in a caring manner; Answers questions or refers callers to the appropriate source.
• Research phone inquiries regarding specimen collection or test results by referencing available manuals and records and calls caller back promptly; Understands collection requirements for special or referral testing, prepares specimens, ensures integrity and correctness of sample, and arranges for dispatch and pick-up of specimens; Keeps current with laboratory minutes and documented changes.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and appropriately communicates need to re-order before supplies run out; Assists with the instruction of procedures and techniques to other employees and students; Performs daily temperature checks on rooms, refrigerators, freezers, incubators and preventive maintenance on centrifuges as needed.
  
  

Credentials:

• Certification as a PBT or MLA by a minimum knowledge-based exam such as the Board of Certification PBT(ASCP) or MLA(ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (preferred)
  
  

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• High School Diploma is required.
• Associate of Arts or Science is preferred.
• Prior experience in hospital laboratory area is preferred.
• Phlebotomy training and experience in an outpatient or hospital setting is preferred.
• Prior experience in hospital laboratory receiving area is preferred.
• Prior experience with the Laboratory Information System is preferred.
  
  

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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