Medical Technologist I

4 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Illinois Full time
Job Title: Medical Technologist I

We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Technologist I to join our team at the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System. As a Medical Technologist I, you will play a critical role in performing a variety of tests of a moderately or highly complex nature on patient samples, and performing quality control for hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, stool, and body fluids procedures.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform moderately and highly complex tests by various analyzers in the Laboratory and/or by manual methods on various specimen sources such as blood, urine, body fluids, stool, etc. using established procedures and policies.
  • Review test results before reporting using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify result validity and clinical relevance.
  • Follow laboratory established procedures and policies, and notify approved care givers of critical results following compliance and HIPPA standards.
  • Perform established quality assurance procedures (quality control testing, instrument function checks and calibrations) maintains appropriate documentation and reports irregularities to supervisor.
  • Operate, troubleshoot, and resolve instrument's technical problems and documents corrective action whenever possible.
  • Respond appropriately to error flags for critical results, delta checks, required dilutions, and result patterns. Notify physician(s) of life threatening results.
  • Assess accuracy and validity of obtained test results by applying knowledge of relevant scientific principles, recognizes changes that are critical to patient care, identifies probable causes for irregular and atypical findings.
  • Receive a wide variety of patient specimens arriving at the laboratory for testing. Perform the procedures necessary to prepare specimens for testing or referral to other laboratories.
  • Maintain a neat, orderly and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines of OSHA's Blood borne Pathogens Control Act.
  • Adhere to Customer service guidance, interacts with physicians, patients, staff, visitors and customers via telephone conversations and in person in a professional and helpful manner.
  • Participate in CAP proficiency testing. Perform periodic proficiency (internal and external) testing, participates in data collection and monitoring of quality assurance monitors as determined by department and section policy. Complete Quality Assurance Reports. Participate in the laboratory Continuing Education (CE) program annually.
  • Perform resulting, verification, confirming, and other LIS laboratory related functions on patients results through the UI Hospital LIS and automation middleware information system including: instruments checks, status reports, and basic maintenance and recovery functions.
  • Assist in training of laboratory personnel, new employees, medical residents and students in the principles and techniques of medical technology.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • Meets basic standards and qualifications for laboratory testing personnel under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Subpart M, Section 493.1489.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with and maintenance of compliance with the College of American Pathologists accreditation and CLIA 88 requirements in the general laboratory.
  • Bachelor's degree in Science that meets the CLIA requirements to perform high complexity testing.
  • Knowledge of correct procedures for handling potentially infectious specimen material of patient origin so as not to contaminate self, coworkers or the work area.
  • Ability to identify problems of a technical and/or clinical nature, referring the problem to senior and/or supervisory staff in a timely manner.
  • Work requires a complete understanding of the theoretical applications in Hematology, including cell identification.
  • Ability to examine a slide and concentrate for long periods of time utilizing a microscope and physical ability to perform microscopic examinations and have normal color perception.
  • Ability to make accurate observations.
  • Ability to independently plan and complete work.
  • A thorough knowledge and understanding of all quality control and safety procedures is essential.
  • Must be able to maintain productive communication with peers, supervisors, health care staff and visitors.
  • Must understand the function of the medical laboratories in the health care environment.
  • Must have knowledge of the importance of the flexibility necessary for work performance within the laboratory setting and the importance of a professional appearance and attitude.
  • Must understand the applications and purpose of laboratory quality assurance programs and procedures.
  • Must be able to identify problems of a technical and/or clinical nature, referring the problem to supervisory staff in a timely manner.

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