University of Iowa·Iowa City, Iowa
Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on biological specimens to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Maintain laboratory instrumentation, ensure quality assurance compliance, and provide technical expertise to healthcare providers.
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of $5,000 based on years of experience (Current UI employees are not eligible for incentive) The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E.
Market Street, Iowa City, IA) Pathology Department is looking to hire for one position at either the Medical Lab Scientist, Pay Grade 6, or Medical Lab Technician, Pay Grade 4, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both.
We are seeking skilled, forward-thinking, and detail-oriented laboratory professionals to join our team.
As part of the Downtown Campus Pathology team, you will work in a collaborative, high-impact environment, contributing to cutting-edge research, medical education, and the future of laboratory medicine.
These procedures will utilize a variety of procedures, many involving numerous highly complex tests and techniques that require the use of professional judgment.
Provides technical expertise and information used to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease.
A career with University of Iowa Health Care is more than a job.
Here, you’re part of something greater, something bigger.
Our downtown campus is a 194-bed hospital (located at 500 E Market Street, Iowa City) providing a community-based model of care while directly connected to the expertise, technology, collaboration, and support of our entire health system.
Join the team at our downtown campus.
You’ll find meaning and purpose knowing that your work helps make all of Iowa better.
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY May perform all levels of testing complexity and analysis on biological specimens to provide information used in the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease.
Utilize a variety of procedures that may involve numerous detailed tests and techniques that require the use of professional judgment.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis for all levels of testing complexity on laboratory clinical and research biological specimens such as blood, tissue and body fluids.
Provide information to health care provider regarding test methodology and interpretation.
Evaluate test results and provide support to Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).
Investigate quality assurance issues involving patient samples.
Recommend corrective action for quality assurance.
Calibrate, conduct routine maintenance and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
Seek technical direction from the MLS with specific instrumentation problems.
Assist in reagent comparisons, evaluate results and recommend changes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Participate in evaluation of equipment and recommend products for acquisition.
Maintain inventory and orders supplies as needed.
Comply with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements of the laboratory section.
Perform, record and review daily quality control associated with assigned testing.
Document and report variances.
Participate in the Quality Assurance program within the section.
Identify opportunities for improvement for improvement and make recommendations for resolution of identified problems/errors.
May assist with writing and revising laboratory procedures according to NCCLS guidelines.
Assist in a positive and professional manner with bench training for the Clinical Lab Sciences Training Program within the section.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public SUPERVISION RECEIVED Supervision is received from Medical Laboratory Scientist Supervisor, Assistant Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Director, or other designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and students.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 1400-2230, rotating holidays
Please include a resume with your submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact the Emilio Villagrana at evillagrana@uiowa.edu. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a science field or specific MLT/MLS certification from ASCP or NCA. MLS candidates must have 6 months to 1 year of clinical laboratory experience.
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