Medical Technologist Microbiology, Midday

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research, and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Lurie Children’s is ranked in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report.

About the Role

Sign-on bonus of $4,000 for the mid-day shift.

Responsibilities

• Follows clinical laboratory testing procedures and policies in the performance of routine and specialized tests.
• Identifies source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendations as to course of action.
• Applies scientific method in problem solving and assists in the evaluation of new methods and techniques.
• Assures that quality control criteria are met and adheres to established laboratory policies in handling hazardous substances.
• Records necessary documentation to comply with various agency and Hospital regulations.
• Performs required instrument maintenance at the prescribed time and logs appropriately.
• Performs minor trouble-shooting on instrumentation.
• Instructs and trains rotating residents, students, physicians, and new members of the laboratory staff in laboratory testing procedures as needed.
• Assures a clean work area and technical clean-up at the end of each shift.
• Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies at each work station.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of new procedures and protocols.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence, and teamwork.
• Completes competency testing and mandatory and continuing education requirements as defined by the position.
• Other job functions as assigned, such as developing, coordinating, assessing, and documenting competency testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in chemical or biological sciences, or associate’s degree in laboratory sciences or medical laboratory technology which consists of 60 semester hours including a minimum of either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or equivalent combination of science courses (i.e., chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology).
• Qualified as a technologist under the provisions in 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(4) or 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(5)(i) for high complexity testing on or before April 24, 1995.
• Meets all regulatory requirements for moderate or high complexity testing as appropriate within assigned area.
• Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology (Required).

Pay

Hourly pay range: $31.50–$51.50. At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.

Benefits

For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid group term life and disability.
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match.
• Various voluntary benefits:
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D, and Disability.
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.
• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan servicing and support.
• Adoption benefits.
• Backup childcare and eldercare.
• Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
• Discount purchasing program.