Medical Technologist II

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Posted: 20-Mar-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Healthcare Administration

Internal Number: 5116642

Medical Technologist II
Medical Technologist II
Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Services
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1022159
Salary: $32.28-$65.33 hourly rate-commensurate with experience
Posting Close Date: 4/1/2024
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 provides service to the medical community and patients by performing requested moderate or highly complex laboratory tests in a timely manner, offering state-of-the art methods; assure efficient, accurate and timely reporting of test or examination results; and fostering a learning environment for students, residents, and (new) employees training/rotating in the Tissue Typing Laboratory.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform Tissue Typing testing, including HLA typing by NGS, HLA flow crossmatch, solid phase HLA antibody testing, and cytotoxic HLA crossmatch, which are critical to solid organ and stem cell transplant programs. Make interpretation of different and complex reaction patterns and identify probable cause for irregular or atypical test results.
• Use established laboratory techniques that 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/or by automated analyzers involving maintenance and troubleshooting. Exercise expertise in selecting controls, variations in techniques, consistency, and decisions regarding interpretations of test results.
• Assist in the researching and implementing additions or deletions to the testing menu performed by technologists working in the Tissue Typing Laboratory.
• Work in conjunction with the Laboratory Manager and Medical Director to investigate and establish new DNA based Tissue Typing tests. Assist in the writing, documenting, and maintaining testing procedures.
• Assist in the review, update, and revision of all procedure manuals, quality control practices, quality assurance monitors on an annual basis, or more frequently as required. Assist in the researching, evaluating, and initiating new state-of-the-art methods to continually provide the highest quality of patient care. Work in conjunction with the Manager to maintain and update standard operating procedures for outreach testing services. Assure compliance with JCAHO and CAP requirements.
• Receive and process patient specimens arriving at the laboratory as needed. Maintain proper, accurate and confidential records of patient and donor information.
• Teach medical students and residents and train new employees in tissue typing procedures and techniques. Document orientation/training and competency testing.
• Investigate and resolve all problems encountered with testing and/or equipment; institute and monitor corrective measures.
• Maintains a system of quality assurance which includes timely review of procedure manuals, instrument maintenance, quality control, employee competency testing and adherence to safety policy.
• Oversees all aspects of Proficiency testing in the laboratory. Ensures all PT surveys are received, performed, and resulted in a timely manner. Maintains all records as required.
• Assists with the maintenance of the laboratory portion of the UNOS patient waitlist. Update patient antibody results in UNOS.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager in budget preparation.
• Provide on-call and off-hours support as necessary.
• Review daily reports, release preliminary results when appropriate, prepare normal reports, review quality control and equipment performance.
• Maintain proficiency in all procedures by participating in ongoing continuing education.
• Maintain a harmonious working relationship among laboratory staff, serve as a mentor and role model, and practice continuous quality improvement.
• Assist in the planning, preparation, and coordination of workflow for the Tissue Typing Laboratory, assuring all patient testing is performed in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

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
  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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be able to organize, prioritize, and coordinate all activities within the section. Must have good communication skills, both oral and written, to teach tissue typing techniques and procedures and speak with physicians, patients, and staff.
  
• Must have good writing skills to update and write procedures and manuals. Must be able to operate and troubleshoot equipment and instruments. Must be able to perform and interpret testing within area of responsibility.
  
• Must have theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in tissue typing. Commitment to maintaining and up-dating knowledge of equipment, methodology and on-going development in the field. Must have adequate background knowledge of medical genetics and tissue typing.

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 4/1/2024.
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, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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