Clinical Lab Scientist - Diagnostics & Patient Care Impact

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex laboratory tests according to established policies, assess results for accuracy, and ensure instrument calibration and maintenance. The role may involve blood specimen collection and training staff.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, successful completion of the ASCP or AMT CLS exam within the first year, or an equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science required.
• ASCP or AMT CLS certification within the first year of employment required.
• Alternative bachelor’s degrees acceptable with certification prior to employment.
• Maintains current certification according to certifying agency guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical laboratory tests according to policies and procedures.
• Assess test results for accuracy and perform routine maintenance, calibration, and minor troubleshooting of instruments.
• May perform blood specimen collection and provide training to personnel and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

ASCP/AMT CLS certification within first year

Current certification maintenance

Job description

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex laboratory tests according to established policies, assess results for accuracy, and ensure instrument calibration and maintenance. The role may involve blood specimen collection and training staff.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, successful completion of the ASCP or AMT CLS exam within the first year, or an equivalent certification.