Medical Lab Assistant

Medical Lab Assistant (22478)

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit:
Rush Medical Center

Hospital:
Rush University Medical Center

Department:
Molecular Probe Laboratory

Work Type:
Full Time (Full FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule:

8 Hr (11:00AM - 7:30PM)

Pay Range: $17.63 - $24.91 per hour

This position is responsible for supporting laboratory operations by accepting, preparing, and processing specimens; maintaining laboratory equipment; and ensuring accurate data entry and specimen tracking.

• High school diploma or equivalent PLUS two years of documented work experience using formal, standard laboratory procedures OR
• Associate Degree from an accredited institution in:
  — Chemistry
  — Biological Sciences
  — Medical Laboratory Science
  — Clinical Laboratory Science
• Teamwork ability to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

• Performs multiple computer entry, inquiry, and receiving functions. Performs transcription of laboratory orders and registration activities when needed. Demonstrates good communication and customer service skills on the phone and in person. Calls critical results, documents to whom and that a “read back” was performed and within the expected time frame.
• Accesses and processes specimens according to the appropriate procedure, prepares specimens accordingly for transport or delivery. Recognizes and resolves any specimen and equipment problems.
• Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined by the lab area. Labels and processes specimens properly. Performs all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained.
• Performs required preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation.
• Performs basic troubleshooting of equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action and notifies appropriate personnel of problems.
• Disinfects the area at the beginning and end of each shift; accepts no inappropriate specimens. Notifies the appropriate person of specimens that must be drawn or collected again and documents the notification.
• Delivers specimens to Rush laboratory locations, and/or loads specimens on instrumentation; additional job duties will be defined by the laboratory's specific bench or assignment competencies.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care