Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology/Full-Time/2nd Shift/Rosemont

About the role

Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selects and performs additional procedures when indicated.

Maintains workflow and adjusts as necessary to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Evaluates test results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness.

Follows established policies for reporting and notifying test results.

Monitors and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment, documenting calibration, maintenance, and repairs.

Recognizes and corrects malfunctions in testing or equipment.

Ensures quality control and quality assurance practices are adhered to, taking corrective action when necessary.

Labels specimens correctly and prepares them for testing.

Directs, trains, and assists medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.

Develops and implements education and training protocols for new team members.

Improves laboratory procedures, policies, and processes to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Ensures compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry.

Supports disease-specific accreditations by meeting turnaround time goals.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
• Maintains workflow and adjusts as necessary to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Evaluates test results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness.
• Follows established policies for reporting and notifying test results.
• Monitors and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment, documenting calibration, maintenance, and repairs.
• Recognizes and corrects malfunctions in testing or equipment.
• Ensures quality control and quality assurance practices are adhered to, taking corrective action when necessary.
• Labels specimens correctly and prepares them for testing.
• Directs, trains, and assists medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
• Develops and implements education and training protocols for new team members.
• Improves laboratory procedures, policies, and processes to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry.
• Supports disease-specific accreditations by meeting turnaround time goals.

Requirements

No experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field.

Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including:

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Education Assistance Program

Pay

$24.10 - $46.05 per hour

Schedule

Full-time 2nd shift hours from 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. with rotating weekends and holidays.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a leading integrated health system committed to providing equitable care and engaging in numerous clinical trials and research studies. With a focus on clinical innovation, health outcomes, and value-based care, Advocate Health serves nearly 6 million patients across multiple states and offers extensive educational opportunities and community benefits.