Medical Technologist - VA Medical Center

Valor Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform laboratory procedures at Jesse Brown VAMC in Chicago. The role requires a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science and certification, with a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday. This position offers competitive pay and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off packages

401K with a match

Supplemental insurance options

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the last three years.
• Must have a current and unrestricted license in the US or District of Columbia.
• Proficient in inputting patient documentation in electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures.
• Conduct quality control procedures and maintain records.
• Evaluate the validity of data in relation to the test system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control procedures

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science

Certification from ASCP or AMT

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

VISTA system

Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)

Job description

Description

Site location:

Jesse Brown VAMC 820 S Damen Ave Chicago, IL 60182

Work Schedule:

Medical Technologist's normal work schedule will be 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day,

Monday – Friday. The shift will be from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., with a ½ hour unpaid lunch

break.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay range: $34-37 per hour

Great benefits to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off packages, 401K with a match, supplemental insurance options, and more.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs assigned tasks with minimal oversight.
• Performs a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology according to established protocols.
• Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to unusable. Prepares specimens for analysis; ensuring that the physiologic states of the specimen properties are maintained.
• Selects, performs, evaluates and monitors the performance of test procedures using manual and/or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols.
• Recognizes and reacts to indicators of malfunction; locates and implements corrections.
• Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports.
• Calibrates, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments on which trained. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs.
• Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures; correlates quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history, medications) to verify results.
• Performs additional tests to clarify or confirm abnormal patient results. Recognizes abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and reports them directly.
• Responsible for the generation of laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system.
• Edits and verifies results recorded into the computer system.
• Perform validation studies on various equipment in the department.
• Stock and maintain specialized supplies used in the work area.
• Performs patient specimen collection as needed i.e. phlebotomy.
• Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal skills and good customer relations with Patients, Families, and all other Medical Center Employees.
• Provides general clerical and administrative support for the area.
• Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package.

Requirements

• Medical Technologist must have a bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science from a clinical laboratory science program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). A certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) is Required
• Medical Technologist assigned by the contractor to perform the services covered by this task order must have a current and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia
• Medical Technologist must have a minimum of one year experience in last three years
• Contractor’s assigned personnel shall be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) (CPR). Certifications must be obtained or issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), an organization recognized by the AHA, or Military Training Network (MTN) and maintained during their work at the VA.
• Contractor’s assigned personnel must be computer literate as patient documentation is directly inputted in the patient’s electronic medical record. Proficiency in the use of the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA) system and the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) are preferred. A new electronic medical record system may be implemented during the performance period of the task order. VA will provide training on the medical record system.

This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.

Valor Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status