Job Description
Physicians and patients rely on accurate test results from immunology laboratory work to diagnose conditions and guide treatments effectively. The role involves specimen processing, analytical testing, and result reporting that adhere to protocols and ensure timely delivery for patient care.
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare sets industry standards with patient-first interactions in cultivating workplaces. The company offers competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits for employees committed to healthcare advancement.
Activities encompass pre-analytic workflows like order verification and specimen handling, analytical tasks with preventive maintenance and quality control, and post-analytic steps such as result reporting and amendment. Scientists use instruments, reagents, laboratory information systems, and storage protocols with interactions including physicians, nurses, and for inquiries. A challenge is maintaining SOP compliance, escalating unresolved issues, and participating in training and new test validations under Illinois regulations.
Full time evenings in Illinois. Benefits provide tools for physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Schedule includes evenings. Professional development includes personal development sessions and new test involvement. ASCP certification required within one year if hired after 1/19/2025. Compensation not specified.
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-analytic workflow including order entry and specimen processing
- Conduct analytical testing and maintain instrument integrity with QC
- Prepare specimens and perform tests following TAT priorities
- Review results for accuracy and follow notification protocols
- Ensure post-analytical tasks like result verification and charge capture
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Allied Health
- General MLS or MT ASCP Certification or eligible
- Categorical BB, C, H, or M ASCP Certification or eligible
- ASCP certified within one year if hired after 1/19/2025