Medical Lab Technologist/Full-Time/1St Shift/Rosemont

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
Major Responsibilities:
Performs simple, moderately and/or highly complex analyses with accuracy and precision, understanding basic and complex principles of methodology.
Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with those regulatory bodies such as OSHA, FDA, EPA, etc.
Performs simple, moderate and/or complex analyses according to laboratory procedure and in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines. Utilizes theory and principles of clinical methodology throughout the process.
Performs monitors and evaluates quality control, applies the principles of quality control when reporting tests.
Records, reports and monitors all QC data in the proper manner to include log books and/or worksheets.
Identification and resolution of technical problems related to laboratory methodology, instrumentation and procedures under the direction of Laboratory Management.
Identifies and solves technical problems related to laboratory methodology including instrumentation and procedures under the direction Laboratory Management
Correlates various clinical laboratory test results, applies these results to clinical conditions and recognizes accepted normal ranges.
Participates in development and education
Teaches bench-level methodology and theory to new and existing associates and students.
Evaluates and validates new methodology.
Participates in interdepartmental cross-training as required.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies as required by the department.
Education/Experience Required:
Associate degree and graduation from a Medical laboratory technician program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or an equivalent program, or documented equivalent education and training. (Clinical internship may be equivalent to experience.)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Previous experience with laboratory equipment and methodologies (preferably those related to areas of responsibility). Basic computer literacy.
MLT (ASCP), MLT (AMT) with associate degree, or an associate degree where categorical certification in specialty area is not available.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Hazardous chemical exposure and contact with infectious biological specimens and sharps are experienced on a daily basis.
Ability to lift (medium --up to 20 to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds (constantly) and use of keyboard and microscope extensively may be required, dependent upon job and shift assignment. Prolonged standing, lifting, bending, and telephone use. Some instrumentation and work counters are high than table height.
Fast paced environment with established time constraints.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.