Technical Specialist -mlt

at NorthShore University Health System in Highland Park, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Highlights:
Position: Technical Specialist- mlt
Location: HIghland Park Hospital
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-3:30pm, e/o week-end and rotating holidays
What you will need:

What you will need:

Education: Bachelor or Associate's degree and the requisite courses to meet CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing
Certification:MT, MLS, or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent and ongoing active certification is strongly preferred
Experience: Internal MT/MLS Candidate: Three (3) years of experience including one (1) year at the Senior Lab Associate level at NorthShore. Internal MLT Candidate: Three (3) years of experience as an MT, including one (1) year at the Senior Lab Associate level at NorthShore. External MT/MLS Candidate: Six (6) years' experience including two (2) years in a supervisory/technical resource position. External MLT Candidate: Eight (8) years of experience in a healthcare setting of comparable complexity, including two (2) years in a supervisory/technical resource position.
Skills:Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various Laboratory areas. Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying appropriate supervisory personnel. Demonstrated effective communication and organization skills. Demonstrated success in undertaking additional responsibilities and bringing them to fruition. Proven ability to work cooperatively with others and inspire their cooperation. Demonstrated leadership skills.

What you will do:
Be responsible for the operations of a laboratory discipline including, but not limited to: technical and all regulatory, method evaluation, QC, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, supplies and inventory, and staff competencies.
Perform a variety of routine and special Laboratory procedures as authorized by the Manager or Director including rotation through at least three (3) areas of the Clinical Lab
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking at designated locations
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.