Job Description
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Molecular Probe Laboratory Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00AM - 3:30PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits ). Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary Provides oversight of the technical operations within the area of responsibility (Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Histology). Ensures the competency of staff that provide clinical testing and timeliness of results. Mentors staff to cooperatively work with nursing and physicians to provide what is needed to care for patients effectively, efficiently and as quickly as possible Serves as an expert within the assigned field of responsibility. Instruct students, residents, and new employees. Evaluates their performance within established deadlines. Participates in presenting case studies or in-services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the Rush code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing these values with compassion. Other Information Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or higher education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate and/or high complexity Testing Personnel, Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M. Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency required. ASCP (or equivalent) certified preferred. Some laboratory disciplines may require more stringent certification criteria. Acceptable Credentials (can Vary Depending On The Laboratory Section) Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT) Blood Bank (BB) via the ASCP Chemistry (C) via the ASCP Cytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP Cytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP Hematology (H) via the ASCP Microbiology (M) via the ASCP Molecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP Specialty in Cytometry (SCYM) via the ASCP Histology Technologist (HTL) Recent Quality And Technical Coordinator Experience Preferred. Familiar with regulatory requirements for laboratories. Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills highly desired. Histology Registered Histology Technician HT (ASCP) or have completed an accredited histology program with minimum of 5 years of experience coupled with recent leadership experience. Successful passing of the HT (ASCP) certification exam. Or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate or high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M. Familiar with regulatory requirements for laboratories. Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities Administrative and Advanced Technical Duties Functions as a department expert and performs as a bench testing personnel member along with the duties outlined below. Sit and engage in interviews for applicants for open positions. Establishes a detailed orientation and training program for new staff within their area of expertise Held responsible for the complete and adequate training of new staff within their area of expertise Stay engaged with new staff to determine knowledge gaps or struggles. Monitors KPIs and TAT and initiates troubleshooting measures for respective areas when applicable Mentor staff on continuous improvement of their performance and empowerment to make decisions with a patient focus. Provides continuing education opportunities to augment staff competency. Participates or initiates Quality Improvement initiatives. Gathers and analyzes data, then shares action plan for improvements. Responsible for changes within agreed upon timeline