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Medical Technologist - Chemistry/Hematology, Full-time, Night Shift

Lurie Children's Hospital · Chicago, IL · $31.50–$51.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Jul 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found the source of a test problem and recommended a fix.

What they are checking: Problem-solving skill the posting asks for, beyond just rerunning the sample.

How do you teach a rotating resident or student at the bench without slowing down patient results?

What they are checking: Ability to train others while keeping turnaround times on track.

What would you do

You get a critical potassium on a small child. What steps do you take before and after you call it?

What they are checking: Recognizing hemolysis or contamination, then following critical value reporting quickly and correctly.

How do you keep up with scheduled maintenance and logs on a busy night shift?

What they are checking: Discipline with documentation that inspectors and regulators will check.

A nurse calls upset that a result is taking too long. How do you handle the call?

What they are checking: Whether they stay professional and helpful with clinical staff who are stressed and waiting on results.

About the work

This is a night shift in chemistry and hematology. What analyzers have you run, and which tests are you most comfortable with?

What they are checking: Bench readiness on the instruments and tests they would run alone at night.

Your quality control is out on a chemistry analyzer at 2 a.m. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Knowing Westgard-style QC rules and never releasing patient results on a failed run.

How does working with pediatric samples, often tiny volumes, change how you handle specimens?

What they are checking: Care with limited sample volume, where a redraw means another needle for a child.

A CBC shows a flag you have not seen often. How do you decide whether to do a manual differential or smear review?

What they are checking: Hematology judgment on when the analyzer cannot be trusted alone.

Have you helped validate a new method or instrument? What did that involve?

What they are checking: Experience with method evaluation, which the posting says they will assist with.

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The full job description

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Night (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description Job Duties: • Follows clinical laboratory testing procedures and policies in the performance of routine and specialized tests. • Identifies source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendation as to course of action. • Applies scientific method in problem solving and assists in the evaluation of new methods and techniques. • Assures that quality control criteria are met and adheres to established laboratory policies in handling hazardous substances. • Records necessary documentation to comply with various agency and Hospital regulations. • Performs required instrument maintenance at the prescribed time and logs appropriately. • Is able to perform minor trouble-shooting on instrumentation. • Instructs and trains rotating residents, students, physicians and new members of the laboratory staff in laboratory testing procedures as needed. • Assures a clean work area and technical clean-up at the end of each shift. • Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies at each work station. • Assists in the development and evaluation of new procedures and protocols. • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. • Completes competency testing and mandatory and continuing education requirements as defined by the position. • Other job functions as assigned, such as developing, coordinating, assessing, and documenting competency testing. Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in chemical or biological sciences, or associate’s degree in laboratory sciences or medical laboratory technology which consists of 60 semester hours including a minimum of either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or equivalent combination of science courses (i.e. chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology) or, qualified as a technologist under the provisions in 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(4) or 42CFR493.1489(b)(2)(B)(5)(i) for high complexity testing on or before April 24, 1995. • Meets all regulatory requirements for moderate or high complexity testing as appropriate within assigned area. • Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task. $10,000 sign on bonus for this shift Shift: Day (3pm - 11:30pm) This position does not support relocation or OPT/visa. Education Bachelor's Degree: Medical Technology (Required) (C-ASCP) - Technologist In Chemistry - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification Pay Range $31.50-$51.50 Hourly At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage • Tuition assistance • Student loan servicing and support • Adoption benefits • Backup Childcare and Eldercare • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members • Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities • Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org AI Notice Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes. For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org

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