Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I

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

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this 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

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.