Laboratory Technician, Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Miami
University of Miami

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The University of Miami has an exciting job opportunity for a Per Diem Laboratory Technician with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in the Eye Bank located in Miami, Florida.

The Laboratory Technician performs comprehensive clinical laboratory procedures of low and high complexity. The incumbent leverages knowledge in biological sciences to perform general laboratory responsibilities, such as processing patient specimens, maintaining laboratory equipment, performing data entry, and preserving laboratory records.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Receives and accepts samples from clinics and hospitals, separates them by type of tests required, and distributes to different laboratory sections that will perform each specific type of test.

• Enters accessioning data into computer systems.

• Compares accessioning records to samples received to ensure accuracy, investigates missing samples, and performs quality assurance on all accessioned samples.

• Transports samples from clinic or hospital to laboratory in compliance with CLIA and ASHI standards.

• Processes and dispatches specimens to reference laboratories or centers, ensuring that viability is maintained by proper preservation.

• Performs preparation of reagents and controls.

• Maintains rooms and equipment clean and functional.

• Provides support to physicians and clinic staff.

• Organizes stock, maintains inventory, and places orders.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University's core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Specific Functions

• The Laboratory Technician receives and checks in blood from phlebotomists.

• Processes blood for Autologous Serum Eye Drops (ASED) and Plasma Rich Growth Factors (PRGF) using sterile technique.

• Labels, packages, and ships eye drops to patients as described in applicable procedures.

• Communicates with eye drop patients to communicate anticipated delivery of drops and to answer any questions they may have.

• Documents all required information in real time and accurately.

• Maintains and cleans all supplies and equipment necessary for processing of ASED & PRGF.

• Adheres to all departmental policies and procedures.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Part timeEmployee Type:TemporaryPay Grade:H3

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