Lab Technologist I or II (PRN)

Expected Starting Salary Range: $26.42 - 39/hr

PRN

We are seeking a highly flexible and motivated candidate who is available to support laboratory staffing needs. This position is expected to be routinely available between the hours of 3:00p and 11:30p as required by laboratory need. Flexible full-time hours are available to this position as long as there is a staffing need to be met as determined by manager. When staffing is optimal, this position will be responsible for maintaining one 8 hour shift bi-weekly. The candidate we are seeking for this position should have the intention to move into a full time position once one becomes available.

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• The #1 Pediatric Hospital in the Nation - US News and World Report 2023

• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work

• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

Market Leading Benefits Including:

• Shift and weekend differentials: +$4/hr and +$3/hr

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefit

• Pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partner

• Referral bonus program for current staff!

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

• Physical and mental health wellness program

Working as a Lab Technologist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center you will:

• Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments or research

• Participate in scheduled cross trained rotation and demonstrate continued aptitude in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory

• Recommend areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussion

• Autonomously perform a variety of laboratory test

• Operate instruments; perform checks, calibrations, preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting from written guideline

• Perform and report Quality Control Procedure

• Identify Q.C. failure

• Prepare samples for analysis, store and preserve specimens, prepare reagents, assist with monitoring supply inventories, receive and stock supplies when necessary

• Perform registration and sample collections as required by location

• Perform routine procedures within respective discipline, including the collection and investigation of data which will affect choices regarding patient care

• Assist with development of new procedures and updating of existing procedure

• Train bench personnel and students in bench procedure

• Function as a key operator for testing systems, coordinating activities of quality control, maintenance, and inventory management

• Act as a superuser for the laboratory information system

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science OR associate degree in related science

• Lab Tech I - 0-2 years of experience

• Lab Tech II - 2 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, 4 years of experience with associate degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified MLS or MLT through national certifying agency

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability