Job Information
University of Utah PS Cell Therapy Tech I in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 04/24/2024
Requisition Number PRN38365B
Job Title PS Cell Therapy Tech I
Working Title PS Cell Therapy Tech I
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Full time day shift (Some Evenings, On-Call Rotating Weekend/Holidays)
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01601 - Cell Therapy/Regenerative Med
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 29.00 to 31.00/Hour DOQ
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
This position is responsible for supporting the Cell Therapy & Regenerative Medicine Program.
Medical Technologist with ASCP or NCA certification preferred. Master’s degree in a biological science preferred.
Responsibilities
On-the-job training specific to cellular and therapeutic apheresis, hematopoetic progenitor cell and other types of cell processing using aseptic technique, flow cytometry and product preparation for infusions.
Performs in vitro cell culture assays under cGMP conditions and demonstrates use of aseptic technique to perform in vitro cell culture and ex vivo expansion of tissue isolates.
Promotes quality patient care by safely handling biological products, communicating well with colleagues, supervisors, and clinical staff, and serving as a resource to clinical staff to facilitate collection, processing, storage, transport, and transplant of standard-of-care and investigational biological products.
Collaborates with principal investigators and study sponsors of investigational, clinical, or pre-clinical research studies by following study protocols, maintaining documentation to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance, and utilizing systems to organize, collect, report, and monitor data collection for these studies.
Performs and reports routine and some complex procedures and testing in a timely and accurate manner.
Performs quality control procedures and calibration for equipment, reagents and laboratory processes. Successfully participates in laboratory proficiency program.
Reviews, follows, and eventually authors (as assigned) Standard Operating Procedures for laboratory and research-associated tasks.
Performs validation procedures to establish, optimize, and upda!te Standard Operating Procedures and proper use of equipment and reagents.
Adheres to document control standards identified by the Program.
May manage project timelines, budgets, scope and labor.
Engages in training others on procedures and processes.
Follows Good Documentation Practices on all records.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served by this department, which includes pediatric and adult patients. Ability to interact appropriately, respectfully, and with deference or sensitivity as needed with patients, caregivers, and the range of clinical staff providing direct patient care.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities required of this position include:
Demonstrated familiarity with cell & tissue culture, cryopreservation, microbiology, aseptic technique and safe handling of potentially infectious human blood/tissues. Demonstrated analytical skills and critical thinking. Ability to follow protocols accurately and consistently, and competently adhere to detailed instruction on new tasks and general instructions on routine work. Assists in training others on techniques and methods as required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills with coworkers, patients, and clinic staff. Ability to work rotating on-call schedules (approximately one week a month, including holidays and weekends. Demonstrate familiarity with computer programs (Excel, Word, and data transfer programs). Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and experience with quality assurance standards.
Comprehensive Benefits include, but are not limited to:
11 paid Holidays per year
Free UTA public transportation pass
For the majority of employees, the University contributes an amount equal to 14.2% of pay to a 401(a) Retirement Plan.
Basic Life Insurance provided up to $25,0000
50% tuition reduction if qualified.
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Health coverage options with possible additional premium discount via wellness program
Paid parental leave, above vacation & sick accruals, if qualified
Professional development training opportunities.
More information found athttps://www.hr.utah.edu/
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting.
to approx. 60 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a biological science or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years experience in lab, research, or related environment is necessary.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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