Medical Laboratory Scientist 2 (Cytogenetics Lab)

Medical Technologist I

Location: Chicago, Illinois. This position is with Rush Medical Center at Rush University Medical Center in the RML Genetics Laboratory.

Job Description

• Perform all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area.
• Work collaboratively to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients.
• Demonstrate proficiency in identifying and resolving process issues that affect the laboratory's ability to perform laboratory testing.
• Exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values, acting in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the Rush code of conduct and ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Requirements

• Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency is required. Acceptable credentials include:

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • Blood Bank (BB) via the ASCP
  • Chemistry (C) via the ASCP
  • Cytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
  • Cytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP
  • Hematology (H) via the ASCP
  • Microbiology (M) via the ASCP
  • Molecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP
  • Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) via the ASCP
  • Technologist in HLA (CHT) or Specialist in HLA (CHS) via ACHI
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) via AACC or ASCP with a minimum of 7 contiguous years of laboratory-related experience.

• Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree with certification and a minimum of 24 contiguous months of high-complexity clinical laboratory experience required.
  • Associate's degree and/or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA, with MLT or other certification, and 7 contiguous years of high-complexity clinical laboratory experience required.

Benefits

• Pay range: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour. Salaries are determined by factors including education, job-related experience, skills, internal equity, and industry-specific market data.
• Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all duties as defined in the role of Medical Technologist I.
• Act as a resource for identifying and solving quality control issues and escalating these when appropriate.
• Prepare and present a minimum of 15 minutes of continuing education within the department.
• Identify and participate in process improvement projects.
• Ensure that sufficient reagents and supplies necessary for test performance are available.
• Serve as an educator and trainer for students and new employees.
• Recognize when changes in workflow are needed by adjusting work to incorporate STAT tests or fluctuations in work volume.
• Perform laboratory testing efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained.
• Perform required quality control procedures and preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation.
• Keep work area neat, clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times.

Physical Demands

• Able to work in a fast-paced, often stressful, computerized environment.
• Able to lift 20 lbs and perform repetitive motions.
• Works in a laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious and hazardous materials.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.