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Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RML Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 AM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rushu2019s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Education Coordinator for Rush Medical Laboratories is responsible for developing and coordinating training programs for Rush Medical Laboratories' staff including phlebotomists and new hires, supporting onboarding, clinical instruction, and ongoing competency assessment throughout the laboratories of the Rush System for Health. The Education Coordinator will also be responsible for coordinating the clinical rotations of the students enrolled in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science programs. This will entail acquiring and maintaining clinical rotation sites and scheduling and managing student practical experience, as well as ensuring that rotations are educational and adhere to the expectations of the department. An Education Coordinator may seek a faculty appointment in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science. If appointed, the coordinator is expected to support the College of Health Sciences' mission through excellence in teaching, scholarship/clinical practice, and leadership. Other information: u2022 A Bachelor degree in Medical Laboratory Science or other biological science u2022 At least 2 years' experience teaching at the bench u2022 Working knowledge of NAACLS standards for MLS clinical education and assessment. u2022 Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate to satisfy diverse needs u2022 Excellent organizational skills to track students' progress across multiple laboratories Preferred Job Qualifications: u2022 Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS(ASCP)) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT (ASCP)) u2022 At least 5 years' experience working in a clinical laboratory Responsibilities: Job Responsibilities: u2022 Coordinate on-boarding, orientation, and training for laboratory and phlebotomy students across RUSH labs; develop, implement, and evaluate competency-based training and continuing education u2022 Serve or assign preceptors and support/calibrate them to ensure effective clinical learning experiences and consistent evaluations u2022 Monitor trainee progress and provide regular feedback and performance assessments: maintain training records and ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., CAP/CLIA/OSHA and institutional requirements. u2022 Collaborate with partner schools and certifying bodies to maintain program compliance and alignment with workforce needs u2022 Plan, Organize and Execute RML education programs and seminars. u2022 Secure, renew, and track clinical sites and affiliation agreements; manage site capacity and publish multi-site rotation calendars. u2022 Verify student readiness (immunizations, background/drug screen, fit-testing, HIPAA/FERPA, safety modules, EMR/ID access, site-specific on-boarding) prior to rotation start. u2022 Provide and maintain handbooks/rubrics for students and preceptors; track competency checklists, affective evaluations, and hours/competency completion. u2022 Monitor and report NAACLS-aligned outcomes (e.g., completion of competencies, remediation rates, student/preceptor satisfaction) to the MLS Program Director and Advisory Board; use results for continuous quality improvement. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Position RML Education Coord Location US:IL:Chicago Req ID 25339