Blood Gas Technician, Per-Diem, Rotating Shifts
- Pay
- $24 – $35 per hour
- Location
- Chicago, IL · On-site
- Job type
- Per diem
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 22 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- laboratory testing
- preventive maintenance and calibration of lab equipment
- quality control documentation
Also useful
- respiratory therapy
- cardiopulmonary physiology
Stated benefits & perks
- 401k match
- Tuition
About the role
The Blood Gas Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for performing exacting laboratory measurements on whole blood supernatants and other fluids.
- Performs preventative maintenance, calibrations and repairs on various lab equipment.
- Identifies, corrects and documents problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting.
Acquires specialized knowledge of Respiratory Therapy modalities and cardiopulmonary physiology essential for assessing the compatibility of laboratory data to the patient's condition. Compiles daily statistics as directed. Communicates with physicians, nurses, therapists and other clinical personnel to achieve optimal patient care
Qualifications & Requirements
Required: Bachelor's degree or two years of college training in a health related science. Laboratory experience.
Additional Information
If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.
About the Company
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members, at times, internal transfers.
From Northwestern Memorial Healthcare's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 19, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Blood Gas Technician, Per-Diem, Rotating Shifts role at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare?
The Blood Gas Technician, Per-Diem, Rotating Shifts posting at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare states compensation of $24 – $35 per hour. It is listed as a per diem position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Northwestern Memorial Healthcare's official career site.
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This Blood Gas Technician, Per-Diem, Rotating Shifts position at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is located in Chicago, IL (On-site). Always check Northwestern Memorial Healthcare's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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