MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 1
Company: RUSH University Medical Center
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 14, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: Chicago, ILHospital: RUSH University Medical
CenterDepartment: RML ChemistryWork Type: Full Time (Total FTE
between 0. 9 and 1. 0)Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00
AM - 3:30:00 AM)Summary:This position is responsible for performing
all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area.
This position requires teamwork to achieve common goals and meet
deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients.
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in
accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the
Rush Code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation,
Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing
these values with compassion.Responsibilities:Performs Laboratory
TestingUtilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as
defined by the lab area. Labels and processes specimens properly.
Performs all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with
minimal supervision once trained. All testing must be done
following Rush approved Policies and Procedures.Quality Control and
Preventative MaintenancePerforms required quality control (QC)
procedures and preventative maintenance, including corrective
action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation.
Recognizes QC problems or discrepancies and attempts to determine
the cause of problem. Notifies appropriate supervisor or designee
regarding QC problems or discrepancies according to the established
procedure.TroubleshootingPerforms basic troubleshooting of
equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action
and notifies appropriate personnel, for example, supervisors, of
problems all the time. Able to recognize when additional help is
needed and seeks out that help.Organization of Work AreaKeeps the
work area neat, clean, organized, and always stocked. Disinfects
area at the beginning and end of each shift. Specimen Acceptability
Accepts no inappropriate specimens. Notifies appropriate person of
specimens that must be drawn or collected again and documents the
notification.Turnaround Time ExpectationsMeets turnaround time
expectations by prioritizing and organizing the workload for the
shift. Monitors the pending list periodically to ensure turnaround
time of all samples.Time ManagementUtilizes time effectively and
seeks out additional job duties when shift tasks are complete.
Completes work without incurring overtime. Assists fellow workers
to finish shift tasks. Adheres to the defined allotted time for
breaks and lunch.Continuing EducationRequired to obtain and
document 12 hours of laboratory continuing education per year.
Special ProjectsAccepts and/or volunteers for method evaluations
and new procedure development or other special projects and
completes them within an agreed upon time frame. Participates in
procedure implementation and training of new staff and students.
Encouraged to identify and participate in process improvement
projects. Tech-in-ChargeMay perform the duties of the tech-in-
charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according
to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to
appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and
does so.Report Reviewing and Results ReportingReviews lab results
as required and takes appropriate action before verification and
release. Recognizes and calls critical results within defined time
frames. Reviews paper generated results and transcribes accurately
into the Lab Information System. Additional Job
ComponentsAdditional job duties will be defined by the laboratory's
specific bench or assignment competencies.The above is intended to
describe the general content of and requirements for the
performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive
statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other
information:Education: bachelor's degree in laboratory science,
biological science, chemistry, or education/work experience meeting
the qualifications of high complexity testing personnel as defined
by CLIA 42 CFR 493 1489.Certification from nationally recognized
certifying agency required. Some laboratory disciplines may require
more stringent certification criteria.Acceptable credentials (can
vary depending on the laboratory section):---Medical Laboratory
Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology
(ASCP) ---Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical
Technologists (AMT) ---Blood Bank (BB) via the ASCP ---Chemistry
(C) via the ASCP ---Cytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
---Cytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP ---Hematology (H) via the
ASCP ---Microbiology (M) via the ASCP ---Molecular Biology (MB) via
the ASCP---Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) via ASCP---Medical
Laboratory Technician (MLT) via AACC or ASCP with a minimum of 5
contiguous years' laboratory related experience.Experience:
---Bachelor's Degree with certification, no previous experience
required.---Associate's degree and/or education/work experience
qualifications as defined by CLIA 42 CFT 493 1489, AND MLT or other
certification, AND 5 contiguous years of laboratory related
experience required. Affective behavior: Interacts effectively and
respectfully with everyone encountered at the medical
center.REPORTS TO:Laboratory Supervisor or DesigneeWORKING
CONDITIONS:Able to work in fast pace, often stressful, computerized
environment. Able to lift 20 lbs. and perform repetitive motions.
Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious and
hazardous materials.CLIA QUALIFICATION FOR TESTING:Employees in
this job classification are qualified to perform moderate and high
complexity testing. Employees' education and/or laboratory
experience meet the requirements delineated in the Clinical
Laboratory Improvement Amendment of 1996.Rush is an equal
opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other
legally protected characteristics.
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