Medical Technologist PRN

Schedule

Shift Type: PRN (as needed)

Address

701 WINTHROP AVE
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139

Job Description

Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.

Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.

Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as institutional policies.

Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures.

Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, from neonatal to geriatric patients.

May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.

Provides guidance to technicians and support staff, resolves customer service issues within guidelines, and supports education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested.

Follows appropriate safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.

Participates in laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities, including the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures, data collection, and special projects.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
• Able to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision
• Able to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities
• Able to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents

Education

• Associate's Degree
• Field Of Study: Laboratory Science (Chemical or Biological Science) or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Work Experience

• 1+ Clinical Lab Experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

• An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement: Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing; OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); OR Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Pay Range

$28.21 - $52.47

Additional Information

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.