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Lab Technologist

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Compensation
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Location
Waterloo, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Lab Technical Associate assists technical staff with daily laboratory functions, including sample collection and processing, operating basic instrumentation, entering data into the Laboratory Information System, managing inventory, and performing basic office duties, primarily in the Histology and Cytology departments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Laboratory Information SystemBasic InstrumentationComputer SkillsWord ProcessingSpreadsheetEmailWeb BrowserSample Collection

Qualifications

High School Education or EquivalentSix Months Experience in a Clinical LaboratoryMust Be Able to Read Write and Speak EnglishValid Driver’s License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

  • Area of Interest: Laboratory

  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

  • Department: Laboratory - General- Logan

  • Shift: Full-time, 9am-5:30pm

  • Job ID: 186715

Overview

Labratory Technical Associate - Pathology

Allen Hospital - Waterloo, IA

Full-time Days

The Lab Technical Associate position assists technical staff in the laboratory in their daily functions. Duties include collection and processing of lab samples, running and minor maintenance of basic instrumentation, data entry into the Laboratory Information System, inventory control and basic office duties.

The Lab Technical Associate-Pathology performs these functions primarily in the Histology and Cytology Departments of the Laboratory.

Qualifies as Testing Personnel under Federal Register Sec 493.15, 493.20 & 493.1423 for waived and moderate complexity testing.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Care Coordination

  • Collects and processes samples for Pathology including Gyn, Non-Gyn and sendouts.

  • Runs and maintains basic instrumentation

Departmental Support

  • Assists technologist with histology/cytology duties including but not limited to pulling slides, stocking supplies, washing laboratory dishes, inventory management & follow up on reports

  • Answers incoming phone calls

Administrative/Clerical Support

  • Registers and looks up orders for samples in the Hospital Information System, enters data and orders samples into Laboratory Information system

Qualifications

Education:

High school education or equivalent

Credentials:

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Experience:

6 months experience in a clinical laboratory

Must be able to read, write and speak English

Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser

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