*Clinical Lab Scientist II

Prime Healthcare; Evanston (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

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Job summary

Prime Healthcare Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a per diem Night Shift Laboratory Technician to perform a broad range of tests and report results with accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include adhering to lab procedures, performing maintenance on instruments, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a relevant degree and licensure, with ASCP certification preferred and hospital lab experience.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Two years hospital laboratory experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology per CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
• Follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions when test systems deviate from specifications.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance and notify supervisor or Medical Director.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines.
• Perform and document maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
• Review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.
• Recognize age-specific differences in expected results from newborns to geriatrics.
• Ensure proficiency testing samples are tested correctly and avoid cross-lab collaboration before reporting.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in health sciences/MLT

ASCP certification

State license where required

Job description

Overview

Department: Laboratory

Schedule: Per Diem (as needed) Night Shifts

Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital

Location: Evanston, IL

Responsibilities

1. 1) adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
2. 2) follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
3. 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director,
4. 4) perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory,
5. 5) perform and document maintenance; daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate,
6. 6) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting,
7. 7) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics,
8. 8) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies,
9. 9) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics,
10. 10) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures,
11. 11) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources,
12. 12) in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift,
13. 13) may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC.
14. 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

1. 1. ASCP certification, or equivalent preferred.
2. 2. Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience required.
3. 3. Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
4. 4. Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $39.95. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf