Clinical Educator Pathology Laboratory at Lurie Children's Hospital

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Sep, 26

Salary

137280.0

Posted On

21 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Education, Laboratory Management, Competency Testing, Curriculum Development, Staff Mentoring, Patient Care Outcomes, Interactive Teaching Strategies, Customer Service, Clinical Competency, Professional Development, Interdepartmental Liaison, Quality Evaluation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

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. Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description Coordinates departmental orientation for new employees and students. Fosters the development of leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills. Works collaboratively with laboratory managers and directors to identify the learning needs of staff to provide educational activities, which meet the needs of staff and achieve expected patient and/or family care outcomes Employs a variety of interactive teaching strategies. Evaluates the outcomes of orientation and educational activities in collaboration with staff, and laboratory leadership. Revises learning activities based on results of evaluation. Completes mandatory and continuing education requirements as defined by the position. Develops, coordinates, assesses, and documents competency testing. Plans and implements educational seminars and training for system, policy and process changes based on quality evaluations or internal recommendations. Serves as a resource to employees, physicians, patients, and families. Mentors and actively facilitates the clinical and professional advancement of staff. Models, promotes, and monitors department’s sensitivity to customers’ needs. Serves as a liaison person between laboratory and other departments. Provides consultation to leadership regarding systems for clinical competency and ongoing professional development of staff. Participates in the development and attainment of goals and objectives. Maintains the documentation and record keeping system for orientation, continuing education, and competency evaluation in compliance with organizational and external agency requirements. Participates in outreach education to assure ongoing growth and staff development. 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. Other job functions as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree, or Masters preferred in a biological or medical science. Three years minimum laboratory experience in hospital setting. MT (ASCP) or equivalent. Supervisory or clinical teaching experience preferred. Possesses effective teaching skills. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff. Shift: Monday-Friday / 8am-5pm Education Bachelor's Degree: Biomedical Science (Required) (ASCP Cytologist) - CT - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification Pay Range $83,200.00-$137,280.00 Salary 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 Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. 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. 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. Support email: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org

Responsibilities

Coordinates departmental orientation and educational activities for new employees and students in the pathology laboratory. Develops competency testing and implements training seminars to ensure high-quality patient care and professional staff advancement.