Blood Gas Tech: Precision Lab Specialist for Patient Care

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,996 - 44,951; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Blood Gas Technician to perform precise lab measurements on blood samples and other fluids, ensuring accurate results that guide patient care.

The role requires a health-science background and laboratory experience, with responsibilities spanning equipment maintenance, problem documentation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or two years of college training in a health related science.
• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing exacting laboratory measurements on whole blood supernatants and other fluids.
• Performs preventative maintenance, calibrations and repairs on various lab equipment.
• Identifies, corrects and documents problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting.
• Acquires specialized knowledge of Respiratory Therapy modalities and cardiopulmonary physiology essential for assessing the compatibility of laboratory data to the patient's condition.
• Compiles daily statistics as directed.
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, therapists and other clinical personnel to achieve optimal patient care

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or two years of college training in a health related science

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Blood Gas Technician to perform precise lab measurements on blood samples and other fluids, ensuring accurate results that guide patient care.

The role requires a health-science background and laboratory experience, with responsibilities spanning equipment maintenance, problem documentation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to optimize outcomes.