Blood Gas Technician, Per-Diem, Rotating Shifts
About The Position
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Blood Gas Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
- Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
