Heat the oven to 350 F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Beat the shortening and sugars in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla.
Combine the flour, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl and whisk to blend. Add the the butter and sugar, mixture, and mix on low speed until blended. Fold in the chocolate chips and oats.
Drop the cookie dough by rounded teaspoonfuls (or tablespoon) onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until set.