Medical Technologist Midday

About the position

Our Microbiology Lab team is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform bacteriology, virology, mycobacteriology, parasitology and molecular microbiology testing. Our Microbiology Lab uses leading edge technologies to support an extensive menu of routine and specialized testing for our inpatient and ambulatory pediatric patient populations. This position is a midday shift position.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing according to lab policy/procedure and documents testing and laboratory actions to comply with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Identifies source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendations as to course of action.
• Applies scientific methods in problem-solving and evaluates new methods and techniques.
• Assures that quality management criteria are met.
• Ensures that quality control are performed and criteria met to adhere to established laboratory policies.
• Performs routine instrument maintenance and minor troubleshooting.
• Trains rotating residents, students, physicians and new lab staff members on laboratory testing procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Chemical or Biological Sciences, or Associate’s degree in Laboratory Sciences or Medical Laboratory Science.
• MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), MLT(ASCP), M(ASCP) or equivalent certification or eligibility to certify preferred.
• Meets all regulatory requirements for high complexity testing.

Nice-to-haves

• One year of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification or eligibility to certify as MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), MLT(ASCP), M(ASCP).

Benefits

• 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.