Cytogenetic Technologist (Certified)/Full-Time/2nd Shift/Rosemont
Job ID:
R143879
Shift:
2nd
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$34.90 – $52.35
Location:
Rosemont, IL – 5400 Pearl St
Rosemont, IL 60018
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Full-time 2nd shift hours from 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. with rotating weekends
Major Responsibilities:
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Performs moderately and/or highly complex analyses with accuracy and precision, understanding basic and complex principles of methodology
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Performs, monitors, and evaluates quality control, applies the principles of quality control when reporting tests.
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Identification and resolution of technical problems related to laboratory methodology, instrumentation, and procedures under direction of the Laboratory Manager.
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Correlates various clinical laboratory test results, applies these results to clinical conditions and recognizes accepted normal ranges.
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Participates in development and education
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Maintains adequate inventory of supplies as required by the department.
Education/Experience Required:
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Bachelor degree and graduation from a Medical Technology program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or an equivalent program, in a science related field, or documented equivalent education and training.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
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Previous experience with laboratory equipment and methodologies (preferably those related to areas of responsibility).
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Clinical internship may be equivalent to experience.
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Basic computer literacy.
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Baccalaureate degree with a combination of minimum of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Hazardous chemical exposure and contact with infectious biological specimens and sharps are experienced on a daily basis.
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Ability to lift (medium-up to 20-50 pound occasionally and/or 10 -25 pounds frequently) and use of keyboard and microscope extensively may be required, dependent upon job and shift assignment.
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Fast paced environment with established time constraints.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
