Receive, accession and maintain inventory of samples. Prepare
and send samples to outside laboratories when necessary.
Order and maintain inventory of lab supplies, including
reagents and other lab materials.
Use and maintain knowledge of EMR and LIS systems used in lab
and know how to troubleshoot such systems. Coordinate and interact
with Animal Health Institute (AHI) staff on IT issues when
necessary
Perform regular equipment QA/QC and maintenance
Troubleshoot equipment and work with vendor tech support when
needed. Notify AHI management and facilities on larger issues
Participate in laboratory meetings and team planning
Provide client services and communication to students, faculty,
and technical staff as needed
Other job-related duties as assigned
Level I
Primary Focus: Execution of core and key lab responsibilities.
Training and support will be provided while developing technical
proficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform basic sample processing and testing with oversight
- Accurately enter and maintain patient/sample records
- Follow established SOPs and workflows
- Assist with inventory management and stocking
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning
- Escalate equipment or result issues to senior staff
- Support teaching environment (students/faculty
interaction)
Level II
Primary Focus: Execution of core and key lab responsibilities.
Independent operation with strong troubleshooting skills and
workflow ownership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently perform and validate diagnostic testing
- Troubleshoot equipment, assays, and LIS/EMR issues
- Perform and document QA/QC processes
- Coordinate sample submissions to external laboratories
- Assist with training and mentoring Level I technicians and
students
- Assist in development and refinement of SOPs
- Communicate findings effectively with clinicians and
faculty
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend
improvements
Level III
Primary Focus: Execution of core and key lab responsibilities.
Provides expertise in lab operations, quality assurance, training,
and process optimization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily laboratory operations and workflow
efficiency
- Lead QA/QC programs and ensure regulatory compliance
- Serve as primary liaison for equipment vendors and technical
support
- Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs and best practices
- Assist with training, mentoring, and assessing technicians and
students
- Support new test development and laboratory expansion
initiatives
- Partner with leadership on strategic planning and lab
growth
- Analyze lab performance metrics and implement improvements
- Assist with budgeting, supply forecasting, and resource
allocation
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. A qualified applicant must be able to work in a constant
state of alertness and safe manner and have reasonable, regular,
in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or Experience
Level 1
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- 1-3 years of related experience or an Associates degree
- Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment preferred
Level II
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3-5 years clinical pathology or diagnostic lab experience
- Demonstrated proficiency with lab instrumentation and LIS
Level III
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 5+ years advanced clinical pathology lab experience
- Proven leadership, training, and operational oversight
experience
- Certification in H(ASCP) or equivalent clinical pathology
certifications
Computer Skills:
Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Must
become proficient with an integrated hospital management system;
previous experience desirable.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently
required to stand for long periods, walk, use hands to manipulate,
reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. This individual is
regularly required to sit, stoop, or kneel. This individual will
frequently be required to lift up to 20 pounds, and infrequently up
to 40 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
This individual will be exposed to: moving mechanical parts, risk
of electric shock, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or
caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization
that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health
sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove,
Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000
full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic
medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies,
physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia,
cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology,
speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary
medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members
are dedicated to the education and development of our students in
an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of
the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly
activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical,
dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance,
short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible
spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and
child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with
competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex
days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement
plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement
program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance
program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness
facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer that does not discriminate against an employee or
applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin
or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender
(including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual
orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past,
current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic
information; or any other protected class, in accord with all
federal, state and local laws, and regulation. Midwestern
University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S.
36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).
Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of
2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights
pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information,
please review the
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