The role involves performing clinical laboratory tests of moderate complexity, including blood and urine cultures, while maintaining accurate records and laboratory equipment. The employee is responsible for preparing specimens, calibrating instruments, and reporting test results to authorized personnel.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an Associate’s Degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field, or have equivalent practical laboratory experience. Additionally, six to twelve months of related on-the-job laboratory experience is required.
SUMMARY Under general supervision, works alongside technologists and/or Pathology Supervisors who are available to manage or advise on unusual situations.
Performs clinical laboratory tests of moderate complexity that require professional training.
This role differs from that of a Technologist in the level of independent judgment exercised, the complexity of testing, and degree of responsibility.
Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide daily interactions with patients, customers, and colleagues.
In addition, all employees are expected to demonstrate the organization’s core Success Factors, which define how we work together and achieve results: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and determine the suitability of solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas.
Set up and read routine blood and urine cultures to detect pathogenic bacteria and determine organism susceptibility to various antibiotics.
Perform routine clinical and microscopic tests on urine, stool, and other specimens.
Set up laboratory instruments by replenishing reagents, calibrating equipment, and running specimens on a variety of automated systems.
Draw patient blood samples following established procedures and transport specimens to the laboratory for testing.
Receive, label, log, and maintain accurate records of all specimens and tests performed.
Report test results to authorized personnel.
Review test results for accuracy and compliance with established quality control parameters.
Prepare specimens for testing procedures, including cutting sections, staining, and smearing.
Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, workbenches, and work areas.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Basic Knowledge Knowledge typically obtained through an Associate’s Degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field, or through equivalent practical laboratory experience.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment and instruments and perform all procedures and tests within an assigned laboratory section.
Ability to interpret test results for accuracy and validity.
Physical and visual dexterity required to conduct and interpret laboratory tests.
Physical ability to stand and work at laboratory benches for extended periods.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide patient care with consideration of aging processes, stages of human development, and cultural patterns throughout the care process.
Experience Six to twelve months of related on-the-job laboratory experience required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Exposure to odors, infectious materials, toxins, and other hazardous substances.
Visual strain associated with microscopic work.
Required to stand, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None Pay Range: $22.24-$23.25 Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location
Rhode Island
Hospital - 593
Eddy
Street
Providence,
Rhode
Island 02903
Work
Type:
PD
Work
Shift:
Variable
Driving
Required:
No
Union: International Brotherhood Teamsters As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of
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