QuarterLine, a Planned Systems International (PSI) Company, is currently seeking a Medical Technologist (MT) to join our team providing meaningful and critical care for our country’s veterans at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Pathology Laboratory Medicine Service in Chicago, IL.

Working hours:

• Mon-Fri, 8hr shift, 0700-1500
• OT may be permitted but requires prior approval

• Performs assigned tasks with minimal oversight.
• Performs a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology according to established protocols.
• Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to unusable. Prepares specimens for analysis; ensuring that the physiologic states of the specimen properties are maintained.
• Selects, performs, evaluates and monitors the performance of test procedures using manual and/or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols.
• Recognizes and reacts to indicators of malfunction; locates and implements corrections.
• Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports.
• Calibrates, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments on which trained. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs.
• Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures; correlates quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history, medications) to verify results.
• Performs additional tests to clarify or confirm abnormal patient results. Recognizes abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and reports them directly.
• Responsible for the generation of laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system.
• Edits and verifies results recorded into the computer system.
• Perform validation studies on various equipment in the department.
• Stock and maintain specialized supplies used in the work area.
• Performs patient specimen collection as needed i.e. phlebotomy.
• Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal skills and good customer relations with Patients, Families, and all other Medical Center Employees.
• Provides general clerical and administrative support for the area
• Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package.

• US Citizenship
• Current and unrestricted license from a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia
• Professional Certification(s):
  • Medical Technician certificate from ASCP or AMT
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
    Formal Education:
• Formal Education:
  • Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited school by NAACLS
• Years of Professional Experience:
  • 1 yr min exp
  • Experience must be w/in past 3 yrs
• Subject to a background/security investigation
• Willingness to comply with VA vaccination requirements

• Prior VA experience welcomed.
• Experience working in hospital or high-volume environments.
• Technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the government’s requirements, including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently.

• Shift Information:
  • Mon-Fri, 8hr shift, 0700-1500
  • OT may be permitted but requires prior approval

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.