Laboratory Technician III - Bone Marrow Laboratory
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States
About the Department
The Department of Pathology is a vital component of UI Health Care, a comprehensive health sciences center serving Iowa, the broader region, and patients referred from across the United States and overseas. Our Clinical Laboratories are nationally recognized for providing outstanding, comprehensive care, offering a breadth and depth of services among the best in the country. The department is deeply committed to education, participating in programs for medical students, clinical laboratory scientists, and biomedical scientists.
About the Role
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician III to join our team and carry out complex laboratory procedures that require critical judgment and problem-solving skills. This role is integral to our bone marrow lab, where you will assist allied health professionals at the patient's bedside during bone marrow procurement, ensuring specimens are properly prepared for analysis. Beyond bedside support, you will manage the full spectrum of laboratory tasks, including specimen receiving, processing, storage, archiving, and data entry for patient information and lab orders. You will also handle telephone inquiries, resolve related issues, maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure efficient supply distribution.
Application Process
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume and a Cover Letter, marking them as a "Relevant File" during submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be filled at any time after the posting period ends. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later stage in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Support and Contact
Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? The Applicant Resource Center is available in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital (Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) or by appointment. Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a visit.
For additional questions regarding this position, please contact Brenda Carey at brenda-carey@uiowa.edu.
Work location
Work model: On-site
10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Certified Laboratory Assistant, Mla(ascp), Medical Laboratory Technician, Bone Marrow Procurement, Bone Marrow Collection, Specimen Receiving, Specimen Processing, Sample Storage, Archiving, Data Entry.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required to meet CAP and CLIA regulations..
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What does a Laboratory Technician III - Bone Marrow Laboratory at University of Iowa Research do?expand_more
A Laboratory Technician III - Bone Marrow Laboratory at University of Iowa Research is responsible for the following: Assist allied health professionals with bone marrow procurement at the patient's bedside; Perform pre-analytical work and receive bone marrow specimens into the laboratory; Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure efficient supply distribution; and Perform end-of-day transfer of tissue samples and post-analytic duties.
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To qualify for the Laboratory Technician III - Bone Marrow Laboratory at University of Iowa Research position, applicants should have: Three years of laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician II or equivalent; Certification as a Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) and one year of laboratory experience; Any combination of related post high school education and experience totaling three years; Two years of technical schooling for certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician; High school diploma or equivalent; and High volume public contact experience.