Path Tech Student

Job description

Job Summary
Works under general supervision of 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 is differentiated from that of a Technologist by the level of independent judgment, test complexity, and responsibility.
Employees of Brown University Health are expected to 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 , including:
• Instilling Trust and Valuing Differences
• Patient and Community Focus
• Collaboration

Responsibilities
• Prepare solutions and reagents and determine their suitability according to standard laboratory formulas.
• Set up and read routine blood and urine cultures to detect pathogenic bacteria and determine organism susceptibility.
• Perform routine clinical and microscopic testing on urine, stool, and other specimens.
• Set up laboratory instruments by replenishing reagents, calibrating equipment, and running specimens on automated analyzers.
• Draw patient blood samples following established procedures and transport specimens to the laboratory.
• Log specimens received and maintain accurate documentation of all tests performed.
• Report test results to authorized personnel.
• Review test results for accuracy and compliance with established quality control standards.
• Prepare specimens for testing procedures, including cutting, sectioning, staining, and smearing.
• Properly label and log all processed specimens.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, instruments, glassware, and work areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Knowledge
• Associate’s Degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and instruments and perform required procedures within an assigned laboratory section.
• Ability to interpret test results for accuracy and validity.
• Physical and visual dexterity necessary to conduct and interpret laboratory tests.
• Knowledge and skills to provide patient care with consideration for aging processes, human development stages, and cultural differences.

Experience
• Six to twelve months of related, on-the-job laboratory experience required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
• Exposure to odors, infectious materials, toxins, and other hazardous substances.
• Visual strain associated with microscopic work.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry supplies as required.

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:
Every Saturday and every other Sunday 7 - 3:30 pm
Work Shift:
Variable
Driving Required:
No
Union:
International Brotherhood Teamsters