Med Tech II

Community First Medical Center • Chicago, IL

60d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs test procedures the clinical laboratory and conveys the results to the physician or designee in an accurate and timely manner for the purpose of patient diagnosis and treatment. The senior technologist serves key resource to team and customers for problem resolution. Performs as a generalist maintaining competency in all the core laboratory sections including but not limited to Chemistry, Microbiology, Hematology, and Blood bank. This position is a Casual, 10pm - 6:30am

Requirements

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of pre-analytic workflow appropriate for the specific laboratory section to ensure orders are entered correctly, specimens collected are appropriate for the test ordered and are correctly processed/transported.
• Participates in the receiving and processing of specimens.
• Performs all aspects of analytical testing for the specific laboratory section, following established written protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Performs preventative maintenance on instruments/equipment.
• Verifies reagents and supplies meet acceptability criteria and ensures enough reagents and supplies are available.
• Performs and records all necessary quality control, evaluates QC results and takes necessary corrective actions.
• Prioritizes testing based on established priorities and within defined turn-around-times.
• Responds effectively to changes in the workflow by coordinating a simultaneous series of tests when needed or adjusting work to incorporate STAT tests or fluctuations in work volume.
• Reviews result for completeness, correctness, and consistency within defined test system. Recognizes unusual test results/interpretations and completes indicated reflex testing or other follow-up actions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees