Technical Specialist - Trinity Hospital

Advocate Aurora Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Technologist/MLS/HTL to perform bench duties across specialties, develop QA policies, and ensure safe, efficient lab operations in a high-volume environment. You will monitor safety, participate in inspections, and provide technical consultation to clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field, ASCP BOC certification, and at least two years of instrument operator experience, with strong organizational and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Histotechnology.
• ASCP BOC certification or equivalent required.
• Typically requires 2 years of instrument key operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench duties in the specialty as determined by site needs and implement QA policies.
• Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Monitor safety practices, workflow, maintenance, and regulatory compliance; participate in inspections.
• Provide technical expertise and consultation to internal/external clients.
• Review laboratory results and QA for accuracy; document QA information.
• Assist Supervisor with scheduling, timecards, and attendance functions.
• Assist in staff development including competency coaching and training.
• Utilize laboratory information systems and computer tools appropriately.
• Contribute to improving procedures and write/update technical procedures and policies.
• Provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Organization

Accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Histotechnology

ASCP BOC certification or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all duties of the bench staff in the specialty as determined by site need (i.e., Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist). Works with the Supervisor to develop and implement quality control and quality assurance policies and procedures, directly responsible for validation of processes. Ensures that work is completed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitors laboratory safety practices and corrects hazards that exist. Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustments to complete work in an appropriate time frame. Monitors the preventive maintenance program and regulatory compliance standards to ensure they are met. Participates in the inspection process.
• Provides financial evaluations as part of procedures, instrumentation, and/or reagent evaluations.
• If needed, assists the Supervisor with preparation of work schedules, timecards, and attendance functions.
• Assists supervisor with technical staff development including competency and coaching, correcting performance as needed, coordination and oversight of student and new staff training.
• Provides technical expertise to any site as needed; provides technical consultation to both internal and external clients.
• Reviews laboratory results and quality control for accuracy and validity. Documents appropriate information for quality assurance/improvement according to established protocol.
• Utilizes all required computer information systems appropriately.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes. Assists in writing new technical procedures and policies and revising current procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• License/Registration/Certification Required: Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification.
• American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent
• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Histotechnology
• Experience Required: Typically requires 2 years of experience as an instrument key operator.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Position involves in-depth knowledge of moderate and/or high complexity testing as defined by CLIA ‘88.
• Excellent interpersonaland written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of laboratory computer systems, including use of word processing programs and spreadsheets.
• Thorough knowledge of statistics and ability to apply statistical rules/analysis to laboratory decision-making processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated organizational ability, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations, maintaining professional composure at all times.
• Ability to consistently handle multi-tasking, meet established deadlines, and recognize assignments that may be delegated.
• Ability to articulate knowledge of topics under discussion.
• Ability to build and support a highly cohesive and functional team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequently required to lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit, stand or walk most of the workday.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radiations, reagents, and infectious agents.
• May be required to wear lab coats, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed.

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.