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Posted: 16-Mar-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Healthcare Administration
Internal Number: 5108247
Medical Technologist II (Supervisor/Technical Specialist)
Medical Technologist II (Supervisor/Technical Specialist)
Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Services
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1019525
Posting Close Date: 3/17/2024
Salary: $33-$58 hourly rate-commensurate with experience
About UI Health
The 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 Summary
The Medical Technologist II (Supervisor/Technical Specialist) oversees and coordinates the activities of the subordinate technologists, technicians, aides, and assistants performing a variety of tests of a moderately or highly complex nature on patient and quality control samples. In this capacity, they ensure efficient, accurate and timely reporting of results of tests and examinations. They also performs routine and complex tests which involve delicate and exacting steps requiring measured judgment as to the appropriate procedures to be employed. Such testing may be performed by manual methods involving technical interpretation, and by automated analyzers involving maintenance and troubleshooting. They assist with the instructing of laboratory personnel, medical students, pathology residents and medical technologist students. There will be the involvement in all aspects of the validation process: identification, justification, development, analysis, and document preparation of upgraded, replaced or new assays.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduation or equivalent.
- Meets basic standards and qualifications for laboratory testing for general supervisory personnel under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Subpart M, Section 493.1461.
The CLIA reference can be found at the following website address. This is a direct link:
https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_c_lab.pdf
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of a supervisory training course is highly recommended.
- Must have knowledge of correct procedures for handling potentially infectious specimen material of patient origin so as not to contaminate self, coworkers, or the work area.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of the importance of appropriate waste handling and disposal.
- Must understand the applications and purpose of laboratory quality assurance programs and procedures.
- Must be able to identify personnel problems and have knowledge of the University's Civil Service Policies and Rules for Non-academic Personnel in executing progressive discipline.
- Must be able to maintain productive communication with peers, superiors, health care staff and visitors.
- Must understand the function of the medical laboratories in the health care environment.
- Must know the importance of the flexibility necessary for work performance within the laboratory setting, and the importance of a professional appearance and attitude.
Fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification, and language sections.
You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the document section of your online application.
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 3/17/2024.
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.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. All full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition, we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Go to https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
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, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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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.
To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/6048?c=uic
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