Job ID342218 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyHealth Care Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8301CL Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Days/Hours: Position #1 - Monday-Friday, starting between 6:00am and 9:00am, ending between 3:00pm and 5:30pm (5 8-hour days). Rotating weekends and holidays with on-call. Position #2 - Full time: 30-40 hours/week (or part time hours available-24 hours /week). Once training is complete (during the day shift), the regular schedule would include Sunday (from approximately 7:30 am-4 p.m.) and Monday through Thursday from approximately 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (part time would include Sunday from approximately 7:30 am-4 p.m and two evening shifts during the weekday from 130 p.m -10 p.m.) Job Duties/Responsibilities 80% - The Clinical Lab Support Specialist reviews test results for accuracy and identifies results that require additional review. When indicated, confers with a Medical Technologist and/or recommends verification processes and/or review of results by a Clinical Pathologist. Special attention to safety practices and attention to detail in a Biosafety Level 2 Laboratory is required to maintain a safe work environment for technologist and other members of the hospital team. Performs data entry of routine and specialized testing. Performs inventory and purchases lab supplies. Refers test to reference labs using appropriate shipping regulations. 10% - Training: The Clinical Laboratory Support Specialist will assist VMC Clinicians, staff, and students in requesting diagnostic testing on the Laboratory Information System and the Hospital Information System. 10% - Specialty Projects: Under the supervision of a Medical Technologist, performs tasks related to diagnostic testing and research. Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's Degree (in Natural Science/Biology, preferred) or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years. About the Department The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) has served the community for more than a century. It is the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota. The VMC sees more than 35,000 cases annually, with specialists available in all areas of medicine and surgery. More than 50 of the veterinarians on staff have undergone several years of additional training to become board-certified specialists in a particular area of veterinary medicine. The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Small Animal Hospital for dogs, cats, and other companion animals, the Piper Clinic at the new Leatherdale Equine Center, for horses, and the Large Animal Hospital, which treats farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metrop litan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.