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University of Michigan Laboratory Technician in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Laboratory Technician

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

Under general direction, use slide scanning instruments to generate digital images of standard pathology tissue sections, keeping track of slide scan request orders, prioritizing as necessary. Assists with receiving and reconciling specimens for order entry, including rejection of specimens (when applicable). Maintain and stock supplies/inventory, biohazard, and chemical waste, including collection and proper disposal. Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance for lab instrumentation, including maintaining equipment maintenance records.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

  • Operate slide scanning instruments, including:

  • Receive and reconcile specimens for order entry, including rejection of specimens (when applicable)

  • Perform order entry of specimens into the laboratory information system

  • Perform problem solving of specimens, including extensive phone triage

  • Maintain QC logs for problem cases

  • Prepare cases for grossing/make cassettes

  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance for lab instrumentation, including maintaining equipment maintenance records

  • Maintain an inventory of chemicals used in the laboratory, including maintaining a manifest, and appropriate storage and labeling

  • File department assets as needed

  • Package specimens and slides for transport

  • Track assets in Pathology tracking system

  • Manage biohazard and chemical waste, including collection and proper disposal

  • Assist with the orientation and training of the other employees as requested

Required Qualifications*

  • High school degree in related field or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Will require frequent standing/walking, sitting, and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Desired Qualifications*

  • One or more years college instruction or associates degree or equivalent experience with exposure to biology, anatomy and physiology, or other laboratory related field

  • Demonstrated confidence and ability with computers and software

  • Attention to detail

  • Willing to work in a growing and rapidly changing environment

  • The ability to prioritize tasks under occasional high work volumes without sacrificing accuracy

Work Schedule

This full time, 40 hour position is on the evening shift and will include rotating weekends and holidays with other staff. Additionally in the event of staff shortages, emergent events or due to project timelines mandatory overtime may be required to be worked on other shifts, staff may be contacted to work without notice.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

243791

Working Title

Laboratory Technician

Job Title

Laboratory Technician

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Pathology Department

Posting Begin/End Date

3/20/2024 - 5/19/2024

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

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