Chicago, Illinois
Category: Allied
Travel
Job ID: 870427
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Est. Pay: $2331 / Week
Posted Date: 11/14/2024
Chicago, Illinois
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Allied
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Travel
Est. Pay: $2331 / Week
Job ID: 870427
Posted Date: 11/14/2024
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Amergis is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist for the Microbiology department. Responsibilities: Performs routine and special laboratory tests; analyzes human fluid samples on advanced analytical equipment or by using lower-tech analytic techniques available to the clinical laboratory, such as manual white blood cell differentials, bone marrow counts, and analysis via microscopy Must have gram stain experience Monitors, screens, and troubleshoots any analytical device responsible for deriving critical patient information. These tasks include calibrations, quality control, run-by-run assessment, instrument maintenance, statistical control of observed data, and recording of normal operations. May troubleshoot, adjust, and/or repair complicated instruments. Must be able to recognize abnormalities in the equipment and know how to correct them. Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action. Must be able to recognize any and all factors that could introduce error into the analysis. Such as if a body fluid has potentially been contaminated or collected improperly; rejects substandard specimens to maintain the integrity of the laboratory process. Performs quality control tests according to procedure and records data; analyses data and takes corrective action when results are outside of acceptable limits Performs common tests such as complete blood count, complete metabolic panel, electrolyte panel, liver function test, urinalysis, prothrombin time, and activated partial thromboplastin time. Prepares test reports legibly and according to the standards established by the facility; reviews reports for accuracy and clinical indications. Maintains a neat and clean work area; restocks daily supplies as needed; follows all laboratory and facility safety practices. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in science, biology or other related field is required Must qualify as a Medical Technologist by the state of Illinois Clinical Laboratories Code and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments ASCP Certification required 4 years of recent full-time microbiology experience in a hospital laboratory as a Medical Technologist Must have Gram Stain experience COVID-19 Vaccine required Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis 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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Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare
Allied
Travel
$2331 / Week
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