Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job Description

Responsible for performing routine and special clinical laboratory testing using automated, semi-automated and/or manual methods and equipment, coordinating and organizing assigned laboratory Chemistry section.Performs training as assigned.Perform all routine and clinical chemistry, and other tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures. Develop

skills in new methods, instruments, and technologies implemented.Perform all quality control checks (monitor trends) on instruments, reagents, and techniques, maintain quality control and calibration data.Prepare and check reagents and supplies. Perform calculations for work solutions or other calculations as required during experimental procedures.Perform and document required routine maintenance of laboratory instruments.Maintain the inventory of and order laboratory supplies including notifying instrument key operators of upcoming reagent/supply needs.Shipping and/or receiving specimens as required.Perform safety inspection of laboratories and surrounding area as assigned and prepare report.Train and/or mentor personnel in laboratory procedures as assigned.Recognize and correct any improperly functioning instruments or inaccurate test procedures in timely fashion by following through and communicating with other personnel.Maintain clean and safe work areas per SOP.Be flexible with the schedule to cover in advertent times that subjects/volunteers arrive for visits, check-ins, and discharges late.Open communication with other departments in the buildingWork as a team with Lab staff and CRU staffBe able to function autonomously.Perform critical problem solving

Qualifications

Associate degree in medical technology is required.Bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent.MT or MLT (ASCP or equivalent) certification required.Minimum of one year of laboratory

experience performing either clinical chemistry, hematology, immunoassay, coagulation, and/or urine analyses.Two to three years'

experience preferred.Good verbal and written communication

skills.Well organized; easily manage multiple studies simultaneously.Can work independently but enjoys working as part of a team.Excellent verbal and written communication

skills.Desire to take on new challenges.Change agile.Detail-orientedExcellent interpersonal

skills; enjoys fast-paced, varied work.Ability to work beyond normal work hours and weekend availability required.Ability to perform and record data entry via computer systems while conducting timed clinical procedures.Must possess

skills necessary for sample processing and handling.Basic working knowledge of laboratory information system (Cerner) and computer software such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.Roche Chemistry instrument

experience preferred.Strong background in Clinical ChemistryQC

Experienceequipment Calibration

ExperienceData gathering, documentation

experience Preferably on the Roche Cobas 6000 or Cobas 4000 instrumentsCerner LIS

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics Is An

equal opportunity employer.