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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, IL | Full Time
$75k-88k (estimate)
1 Month Ago
Medical Technologist I Molecular Intern
$75k-89k (estimate)
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UI HEALTH is Hiring a Medical Technologist I Molecular Intern Near Chicago, IL
Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Svcs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025536
Posting Close Date: 6/28/2024
About UI HealthThe University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
Position SummaryThe Medical Technologist Intern (MT Intern), under the direction and guidance of experienced Medical Laboratory Technologists, is educated to observe and perform moderate to high complexity testing on patient and quality control samples using quality standards, FDA requirements, and CLIA regulatory standards. Such testing may be performed by manual methods involving technical interpretation and by automated analyzers involving maintenance and troubleshooting. The MT Interns are taught to be individually responsible and professionally accountable for the testing process and to understand the role medical technology plays in aiding in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. The MT Intern may complete testing on various analyzers in the laboratory and/or by manual methods on various specimen sources such as blood, urine, and other body fluids, etc. using established testing and safety procedures, under close supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities
https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_c_lab.pdf
Note: IDPH link to required Laboratory Personnel Qualifications can be found at: https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/files/publications/clia-laboratorypersonnelqualifications.pd
Note: It is recommended that, in order to ensure consistent application of these qualifications, the evaluation and verification of an applicant’s credentials be accomplished through the cooperative efforts of an experienced clinical laboratory technologist and the personnel department in a manner which will preserve the applicant’s anonymity.
When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any Civil Service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e., resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.
If an application is not fully completed and submitted by the close date, the applicant/employee will not be considered for this position.For fullest consideration, the above-mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than 6/28/2024.Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application, you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025536
Posting Close Date: 6/28/2024
About UI HealthThe University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
Position SummaryThe Medical Technologist Intern (MT Intern), under the direction and guidance of experienced Medical Laboratory Technologists, is educated to observe and perform moderate to high complexity testing on patient and quality control samples using quality standards, FDA requirements, and CLIA regulatory standards. Such testing may be performed by manual methods involving technical interpretation and by automated analyzers involving maintenance and troubleshooting. The MT Interns are taught to be individually responsible and professionally accountable for the testing process and to understand the role medical technology plays in aiding in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. The MT Intern may complete testing on various analyzers in the laboratory and/or by manual methods on various specimen sources such as blood, urine, and other body fluids, etc. using established testing and safety procedures, under close supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities
- 80% Observes the performance of highly and moderately complex testing by various methods on various specimen sources such as blood, urine, and other body fluids, using established procedures, under close supervision.
- Completes assigned training and thoroughly reads and understands all educational materials, (e.g. orientation binder, training guides, safety manual, etc.).
- Reviews test results before reporting, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify result validity and clinical relevance.
- Follows laboratory and institutional established procedures and policies .
- Performs established quality assurance procedures (quality control testing, instrument function checks, and calibrations) maintains appropriate documentation and reports irregularities to leadership.
- Trains and overserves the operation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical problems and documents corrective action wherever possible.
- Observes appropriate response to error flags for critical results, delta checks, required dilutions, and result patterns. Notifies physician(s) of life threatening results.
- Trains to 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.
- Receives a wide variety of patient specimens for testing. Performs the procedures needed to prepare specimens for testing or referral to other laboratories.
- Observes and participates on CAP proficiency testing. Completes QA reports and participates in CE as needed for the MT Intern program.
- Use the laboratory information system for all records, functions and inquiries related to testing of patient specimens.
- 20% Cognizant of the CAP Checklist requirement for all sections and knowledgeable of the location and contents of all binders in the sections (virtual and/or physical).
- Maintain a neat, orderly and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines of OHSA's Bloodborne Pathogens Control Act.
- Maintain a harmonious working relationship among laboratory staff, provide the staff with leadership, serve as a mentor and role model and practice continuous quality improvement in all areas.
- Interact with physicians, patients, staff, visitors and all customers via telephone conversations and in person in a pleasant and helpful manner.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- 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.
https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_c_lab.pdf
Note: IDPH link to required Laboratory Personnel Qualifications can be found at: https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/files/publications/clia-laboratorypersonnelqualifications.pd
Note: It is recommended that, in order to ensure consistent application of these qualifications, the evaluation and verification of an applicant’s credentials be accomplished through the cooperative efforts of an experienced clinical laboratory technologist and the personnel department in a manner which will preserve the applicant’s anonymity.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Science, that meets the CLIA requirements to perform high complexity testing.
When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any Civil Service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e., resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.
If an application is not fully completed and submitted by the close date, the applicant/employee will not be considered for this position.For fullest consideration, the above-mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than 6/28/2024.Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application, you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Intern
SALARY
$75k-89k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/23/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/21/2024
WEBSITE
uillinois.edu
HEADQUARTERS
Chicago, IL
SIZE
>50,000
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