Technician V Evening Shift at HUP

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Technician V to serve as a technical resource for the laboratory. The role supports managers, supervisors and lead technologists with daily operations, including send-out testing orders, shipping, troubleshooting, and processing clinical specimens for diagnostic testing within the health system.

The Technician V is expected to maintain professionalism, comply with safety and HIPAA regulations, and assist with instruction of procedures to others.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts or Science.
• Phlebotomy training and experience in outpatient or hospital setting.
• Prior experience with the Laboratory Information System.

Responsibilities

• Projects an image of professionalism in appearance and conduct at all times.
• Works well with peers and those in authority.
• Promotes Penn Medicine BE standards and patient/staff relations.
• Complies with Hospital, Laboratory, Safety, and HIPAA regulations.
• Notifies Supervisor or Safety Officer of hazards.
• Completes annual mandatories on or before the due date.
• Follows established SOP for processing of biological specimens and maintains logs.

Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Associate of Arts or Science

Phlebotomy training

Job 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.

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.
• Researches 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

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

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Associate of Arts or Science
• Education Specialization:Equivalent Experience:And Prior experience in hospital laboratory areaAnd Phlebotomy training and experience in an outpatient or hospital settingAnd Prior experience in hospital laboratory receiving areaAnd Prior experience with the Laboratory Information System

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.

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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.