Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 34,922 - 41,080; Part time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Ottawa, Illinois is seeking a Clinical Lab Technician. The role involves performing various clinical laboratory tests for disease diagnosis and treatment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and can expect a pay range of $25.35 to $29.82 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications include recent completion of certification exams and interpersonal skills. The position emphasizes professionalism and is an hourly role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science is required.
• Must complete ASCP or AMT certification within the first year.
• Maintains certification according to agency guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical laboratory tests.
• Assess test results for accuracy.
• May perform blood specimen collection.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Technical skills

Clinical knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

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Expected pay for Clinical Lab Technician position is $25.35 - $29.82/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Expected pay for Clinical Lab Scientist position is $31.49 - $37.05/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs various routine and complex clinical laboratory tests according to established policies and procedures in order to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Assess test results for accuracy. Performs routine scheduled preventative maintenance, calibration, and minor problem troubleshooting on laboratory instruments. May perform blood specimen collection, training personnel and students. Independent judgment and professional education and certification are required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science.
• Successful completion of the ASCP or AMT Board of Certification CLS exam within the first year of employment is also required.
• Alternative bachelor’s degrees are acceptable with successful completion of ASCP or AMT CLS certification exam prior to employment.
• Maintains current certification according to guidelines established by appropriate certifying agency.

Experience:

• Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively and communicate with patients and other health care professionals.
• High level of professionalism and skillful performance in stressful situations.
• Must possess sufficient academic, technical, and clinical skills and knowledge to evaluate, troubleshoot, research, and resolve day-to-day problems that arise or special projects as assigned by the laboratory management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Experience not required but 1-2 years preferred.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.