Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I

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

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, IL seeks qualified professionals for Clinical Lab Technician/Non-Traditional Technician/Clinical Lab Scientist roles. Responsibilities include performing routine and complex lab tests, instrument maintenance, and potential blood collection, with emphasis on accuracy and certification requirements.

Eligible candidates will hold a CLS-related degree and certification, with options for alternative degrees and ongoing professional development in a supportive, total rewards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical laboratory tests according to established policies.
• Assess test results for accuracy and reliability.
• Carry out routine maintenance, calibration, and minor troubleshooting of laboratory instruments.
• May perform blood specimen collection and train personnel and students.
• Demonstrate independent judgment and uphold professional education and certification requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism under stress

Analytical/problem solving

Laboratory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CLS

ASCP/AMT CLS cert within 1 year

Alternative degrees with CLS cert

Maintain current certification

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. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.

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

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.

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.