Laboratory Technician II

The University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) is seeking a patient and family centered 100% Laboratory Technician II to work at our UICC Bettendorf Clinics which includes Urgent Care, Family Medicine, and Outreach. This position will support our growing clinics with a strong laboratory focus (providing phlebotomy support as well as point of care testing). University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) provides comprehensive care to the Iowa City community and beyond. With several community clinics, including Quick Cares and Urgent Care, in the Muscatine, Riverside, and Iowa City corridor, UICC is home to providers and staff that provide comprehensive care outside of the hospital setting and give the community a sense of care whenever they need it most. This position comes with the University of Iowa's generous, full benefit package including double-match retirement, paid vacation, and sick leave, and much more. This position also includes FREE on-site parking as well. Summary: Under general supervision, the Laboratory Technician II performs phlebotomy and a variety of difficult venipuncture procedures, difficult technical procedures, and other associated responsibilities in the clinical laboratory, while maintaining laboratory area and equipment. Position Responsibilities: Performs phlebotomy on our patients to include but not limited to: infants, children, and/or adolescents. Performs moderate-complex laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids. Uses the Laboratory Information System to accession specimens. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens. Prepares specimens for transport to maintain specimen viability. Records results of laboratory testing and reports results in the Laboratory Information System and to clinicians in compliance with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures. Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments. Performs records and reviews daily quality control as required for assigned testing/instrumentation. Cleans and maintains a medium-sized laboratory area and equipment therein, makes inventory reports and performs simple maintenance on laboratory equipment. Maintains supplies and equipment in medium sized laboratory area and orders additional supplies. Distributes incoming freight, laboratory supplies, environmental samples or biological specimens, and packs outgoing sample or specimen containers. Seeks assistance from the Laboratory Technical Consultant when complex equipment or technical issues arise. Informs the Laboratory Technical Consultant of significant laboratory variances. Responds to, or may direct response to, telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens. Investigates and resolves laboratory questions with minimum guidance. Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards. WE CARE Core Values: Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education. Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research. Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work. Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur. Respect - We are committed to ensuring that UI Health Care is an inclusive environment where individuals from the full spectrum of diversity - which includes identity, backgrounds, cultures, ability and perspective -feel safe, seen, and valued. Equity - We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education and health. Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Bettendorf, Iowa The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: Percent of Time: 100% (40 hours per week) Schedule: Variable schedule M-F, 4, 9hour shifts (07-1630) and 1, 4hour shift (07-11). 4 hour day may be adjusted week by week to fit the needs of the clinic however will be published ahead of time. Location: Bettendorf, Iowa Pay Grade: 8 Salary: $37,350.72 - $55,564.96 / Hourly: $17.82 - $26.51 (based on years of experience) Minimum Eligibility Requirements Two years of related laboratory experience including one year as a Laboratory Technician I or equivalent level experience, OR Certified Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification, OR Any combination of related post high school education and experience which totals two years. Special Qualification/License: Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards. Highly Desired Qualifications Previous experience in performing laboratory testing (urinalysis, blood tests, etc.) on clinical biological specimens such as blood and body fluids, which may include but not limited to: Piccolo, CMP's, CBS's, etc. Previous experience with EPIC Phlebotomy experience Previous pediatric experience In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 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 . Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. The department intends to hire one candidate from either the Paramedic (REQ ), Medical Assistant II (REQ ) or Lab Tech II (REQ ) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Additional Information Classification Title: Laboratory Technician II Appointment Type: Merit Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 08 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Julia Stark Contact Email: