Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking qualified clinical laboratory professionals to perform routine and complex tests according to established procedures to aid diagnosis and treatment. You will assess results for accuracy, maintain instruments, and may assist with blood specimen collection.

The role accepts candidates for Clinical Lab Technician, Non-Traditional Technician, and Clinical Lab Scientist; title and pay adjust as needed.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and health care professionals.
• High level of professionalism and ability to perform under stress.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day lab issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical laboratory tests following policies and procedures.
• Assess test results for accuracy and quality control.
• Maintain laboratory instruments, perform calibration, and assist with blood specimen collection when needed.

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 Non Traditional Technologist position is $29.30 - $34.47/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.

OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

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 the 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.

We will accept qualified candidates who meet requirements for Clinical Lab Technician, Non-Traditional Technician, and Clinical Lab Scientist. Title and pay will be adjusted as appropriately needed.

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.