MLS/Med Tech (Non-Certified)/32 hours per week/3rd Shift/Good Samaritan

Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: May 1, 2024

Job Description:

Department:

60444 IL ACL Laboratories - Good Samaritan: Core Lab

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

32

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

This position is 32 hours per week (4 days) on the night shift. 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. with alternating weekend and holidays.

$7500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness. Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Performs and documents calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol.
• Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing. Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provides general direction, training, competency review and technical l assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes.
• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation.
• Provides direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU and OR during a high acuity patient event. This includes transfusion services, attending codes, performing testing on irretrievable samples, tissue grinding and gram stains, mass casualty procedures, and mass transfusion procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
  • n/a Education Required:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences
    • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field Experience Required:
      • No experience required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
        • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
        • Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
        • Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
          • Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Will occasionally be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
          • Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday.
          • May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and/or infectious agents.
          • Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
          • Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed.
          • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
            
            This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
            
            Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.

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