Children's Nebraska·Omaha, Nebraska
Responsible for the initial processing, labeling, and transportation of incoming patient specimens for Chemistry and Microbiology sections. Manages referral laboratory logistics, enters results into the LIS, and maintains laboratory inventory and safety standards.
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A Brief Overview Handles initial processing of incoming specimens for testing and culture.
Performs quality control tests on functions and procedures of the Microbiology and Chemistry sections.
Processes test results, patient charges and patient orders utilizing the LIS or manual methods.
Files section reports.
Performs other related duties as requested.
Essential Functions
Answers telephone, transfer calls, takes messages and locates test results.
Uses the HIS and LIS to receive specimens and look up results.
Retrieves specimens from the pneumatic tube system and delivers to the appropriate section.
Processes and retains patient specimens in the Chemistry department utilizing resources for proper specimen requirements and handling.
Handles all specimens for research studies, stimulations, diabetic studies or other special projects by accurate labeling, processing, transportation arrangements and documentation.
Prepares slides and inoculates media for Microbiology specimens in an accurate and timely manner.
Processes specimens sent to referral laboratories including packaging, courier notification, billing documentation and result retrieval.
Enters preliminary referral laboratory results into the LIS.
Communicates with other departments or laboratory sections when specimen integrity is questioned.
Assists in quality control activities or functions in Microbiology and Chemistry.
Adheres to established safety practices.
Maintains inventory of supplies. Requests supplies and stocks incoming inventory.
Supports new staff, current staff, and students in Orientation, Training, and Competency.
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
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Requires a high school diploma or GED, with previous laboratory or scientific college courses preferred. Candidates must be able to follow complex oral and written directions and complete job training within three to six months.
Market context
Pathology Technician and Lab Reference Send-Out roles in Nebraska are typically driven by ongoing hospital and reference-lab testing needs, so demand tends to be steady rather than seasonal. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who can follow complex directions, learn procedures quickly, and work accurately with specimens and documentation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and consider highlighting any lab coursework or experience with detailed, process-driven work in your application.