Lab Tech
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Job Info

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By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary
The Laboratory Technician will perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Laboratory Technician provides required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively while adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines.
The Laboratory Technician will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Laboratory Technician will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician will:

• Perform and process specimen collection including venipuncture and capillary draws, blood cultures, heel or finger sticks, POC testing, ECG exams and special techniques for difficult, pediatric or geriatric patients.
  
• Complete or cancel/discharge specimens in the electronic medical record system to ensure compliant billing.
  
• Distribute laboratory reports to physicians, which involves retrieving test results from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and/or NMH databases and forward to medical records for scanning into patient's chart.
  
• Dispose of potentially hazardous material according to protocol.
  
• Stock and monitor inventory of laboratory supplies and notify management of shortages.
  
• Perform ECG exams per physician orders for transmittal to NM Cardiology interpretation
  
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  

Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to the Manager, Radiology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Certification from an accredited medical phlebotomy program, medical assistant program or equivalent.
  
• A minimum of one year of experience performing phlebotomy on a broad range of patient types in a hospital setting. ECG experience preferred.
  
• Prior work experience in pathology, laboratory support or health-related position.
  
• Familiarly with medical terminology, billing and coding preferred.
  
• Ability to effectively use a personal computer and working knowledge to perform data entry and analysis. Experience with Cerner Healthcare Information system a plus.
  
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients and customers in various circumstances.
  
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting in order to maximize quality and efficiently of operations.
  

Working Conditions
Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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