Medical Technologist

at NorthShore University Health System in Evanston, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Highlights:
Position: Medical Technologist
Location: Evanston Hospital
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, e/o week-end and rotating holidays
What you will need:
*Education:Bachelor or associate's degree and the requisite courses to meet CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing.
*License:N/A
*Certification:MT, MLS or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent and ongoing active certification is strongly preferred.
*Skills:Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various lab areas. Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying appropriate supervisory personnel. Good communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others.

What you will do:
*Perform a variety of routine and special Laboratory procedures as authorized by the Manager/Director, including rotating through at least three (3) areas of the Clinical Lab/Section
*Provide training for new hires
*Provide support with employee competencies
*Provide support with MLS student clinical rotation training
*Provide support with SOPs (review, implementation, in-service)
*When there are no new hires, students, or competencies to be done, this position will assist with bench work

NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit NorthShore.org, SwedishCovenant.org, NCH.org and EEHealth.org.

When you work for NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.northshore.org) to better understand how NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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.