Clinical Laboratory Specialist
2 weeks ago
Position Overview:
Join a prestigious academic healthcare institution, UChicago Medicine, as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in the Blood Bank.
In this capacity, you will conduct both standard and specialized laboratory tests, operate advanced diagnostic equipment, and prepare and distribute blood products such as washed red blood cells and leuko-reduced red blood cells.
Your responsibilities will include ensuring quality assurance, maintaining laboratory instruments, and developing methodologies to support a comprehensive array of routine and specialized tests, including antibody identification.
This department serves as a reference laboratory, providing testing services to various healthcare organizations, managed care entities, and independent medical practices.
We deliver a complete suite of diagnostic services in both clinical and anatomical pathology, with numerous areas of specialization.
*A Sign-On Bonus of up to $10,000 is available*Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will routinely execute a diverse range of clinical analyses across all laboratory sections by effectively utilizing various methodologies and instruments in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulatory standards, ensuring the highest quality results for healthcare providers and their patients.
1. Receive and process specimens submitted to the laboratory.
Utilize established policies and procedures to assess whether submitted specimens meet the criteria for analysis.
2. Ensure proper storage and handling of specimens that cannot be analyzed immediately.
3. Conduct preliminary preparations for analysis, including centrifugation of blood samples, aliquotting of fluids, and distributing prepared specimens to the appropriate laboratory sections.
5. Perform all procedures classified under CLIA'88 as moderate or highly complex testing; understand all responsibilities outlined in the laboratory procedure manual to execute these procedures with the utmost quality within established turnaround times.
6. Utilize all necessary equipment safely and proficiently, adhering to maintenance, safety, and quality control policies and procedures.
7. Prepare and maintain an adequate supply of reagents, standards, and control materials for testing at your workstation, notifying supervisors of any shortages or issues.
9. Report all test results in the laboratory information system according to established policies and procedures, within specified turnaround times, and follow appropriate backup protocols during system downtimes.
11. Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. Certification or eligibility as a medical technologist (MT) or specialist in chemistry (SC) or hematology (SH) through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent.
2. Must meet CLIA 88 qualification requirements for personnel performing high complexity testing.
3. Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field from an accredited institution.
4. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. At least one year of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.
2. Familiarity with laboratory and hospital information systems.
3. Proficiency in using both automated and conventional laboratory equipment.
Position Details:
Job Type:
FTE:
Full-Time
Shift:
Night Shift with rotating weekends
Unit/Department:
Blood Bank
CBA Code:
Non-Union
Compliance with UCMC's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement is mandatory for employment. Proof of vaccination must be provided as part of the pre-employment process, in addition to compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered in accordance with applicable law. A pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Why Join Us:
Since 1899, we have been leaders in medicine, providing exceptional healthcare with compassion, always recognizing that each patient is an individual. To achieve this, we seek employees who are passionate, talented, and committed to our mission... both to our patients and to one another.
Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to advancing medical innovation, addressing community health needs, and enhancing our collective knowledge. If you aspire to enrich human life through your work, The University of Chicago Medicine is the place for you. Here, at the forefront of medicine, we are engaged in meaningful work. Join us and bring your passion.
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Elevate your career at a thriving hospital; from patient satisfaction to employee engagement, we are at the forefront of medicine. Take advantage of all we offer and #BringYourPassiontotheForefront.
The University of Chicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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