About the role#
As a Student Medical Lab Tech, you will support laboratory operations by handling specimen processing and preparing materials for analysis. This role involves maintaining high standards for record-keeping, equipment care, and safety to ensure the integrity of patient samples and clinical workflows. You will work on-site in a clinical environment, contributing to the daily tasks that keep the laboratory running efficiently.
What you'll do#
- Prepare, label, and store patient specimens for testing or reference labs.
- Set up cultures, perform stains, and conduct waived testing once your competency is documented.
- Perform blood product confirmatory testing and release blood products.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, automation lines, and monitoring systems for storage units.
- Document maintenance, temperature checks, and other lab activities to meet accreditation standards.
- Manage laboratory supplies by stocking stations and maintaining inventory levels.
- Generate and investigate reports from Epic and other software systems to prevent errors or specimen loss.
- Clean and disinfect laboratory facilities and equipment.
- Follow workplace safety, environmental, and infection control protocols at all times.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's or Associate's degree program for Medical Lab Technology.
- Knowledge of specimen processing protocols, storage techniques, and laboratory maintenance standards.
- Ability to calibrate, operate, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
- Skill in providing guidance on processing tasks, computer functions, and safety procedures.
- Commitment to maintaining quality, safety, and infection control practices.
Location & details#
- Location: Jackson, Mississippi.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About University of Mississippi Medical Center
The University of Mississippi Medical Center is an academic medical center based in Jackson. Founded in 1955, it consists of six health science schools and five hospitals. The organization employs over 7,000 people. It focuses on medical education, research, and patient care for the state population.
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