Path Tech Student

Under general supervision, works alongside Medical Technologists and/or Pathology Supervisors, who are available to advise on unusual situations, to perform 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 exercised, the complexity of testing performed, and overall responsibility.

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide our daily interactions with patients, customers, and one another.

In addition, all employees are expected to demonstrate the organization's Core Success Factors, which define how we work together and achieve our goals:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus
• Collaborate

• Prepare solutions and reagents and determine their suitability using standard laboratory formulas
• Set up and read routine blood and urine cultures to detect pathogenic bacteria and determine organism susceptibility to antibiotics
• Perform routine clinical and microscopic examinations on urine, stool, and other specimens
• Prepare specimens for testing procedures, including cutting sections, staining, smearing, labeling, and logging
• Set up laboratory instruments by replenishing reagents, calibrating equipment, and running specimens on automated systems
• Draw patient blood samples following established procedures and transport specimens to the laboratory
• Log specimens received and maintain accurate records of all tests performed
• Review test results to ensure accuracy and compliance with established quality control parameters
• Report results to authorized personnel in a timely manner
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, instruments, glassware, and work areas
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Associate's Degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in a laboratory environment
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and instruments and to perform and interpret assigned procedures and tests
• Physical and visual dexterity required to conduct and interpret laboratory tests
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns

• Six (6) to twelve (12) months of related on-the-job laboratory experience required

• Exposure to odors, infectious materials, toxins, and other hazardous substances
• Visual strain associated with microscopic work
• Required to stand for extended periods and lift/carry laboratory supplies and equipment

• None