Path Tech Student

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