Job Description

• Follows clinical laboratory testing procedures and policies in the performance of routine and specialized     tests.  Identifies source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendation as to course of     action. 
• Applies scientific method in problem solving and assists in the evaluation of new methods and techniques.      Assures that quality control criteria are met and adheres to established laboratory policies in handling     hazardous substances. 
   
• Records necessary documentation to comply with various agency and Hospital regulations.  Performs     required instrument maintenance at the prescribed time and logs appropriately.  Is able to perform minor     trouble-shooting on instrumentation. 
   
• Instructs and trains rotating residents, students, physicians and new members of the laboratory staff in     laboratory testing procedures as needed. 
   
• Assures a clean work area and technical clean-up at the end of each shift.  Assists in maintaining sufficient     supplies at each work station. 
   
• Assists in the development and evaluation of new procedures and protocols. 
   
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service     excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers     and others.
   
• Completes competency testing and mandatory and continuing education requirements as defined by the     position.  
   
• Other job functions as assigned, such as developing, coordinating, assessing, and documenting competency     testing.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in chemical or biological sciences, or associate’s degree in laboratory sciences or medical laboratory technology which consists of 60 semester hours including a minimum of either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or equivalent combination of science courses (i.e. chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology) or, qualified as a technologist under the provisions in 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(4) or 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(5)(i)  for high complexity testing on or before April 24, 1995.
   
• Meets all regulatory requirements for moderate or high complexity testing as appropriate within assigned area.
   
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree: Medical Technology (Required)

Pay Range

• $28.50-$46.60 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program