Clinical Lab Technologist — Hands-On Diagnostics & Impact

Carle Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to support preanalytical, analytic and post-analytic workflows in Peoria, IL. This role requires a Bachelor of Science in Biological Science and involves performing CLIA-waived and moderate-complexity testing, specimen processing, and QC activities.

You will collaborate with microbiology, chemistry, urinalysis and molecular areas to ensure timely, accurate results while adhering to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science required.
• Experience with pre-analytical and post-analytical workflows is preferred.
• Familiarity with CLIA waived and moderate-complexity testing sought.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technical skills in the pre-analytical phase of the testing process.
• Determines acceptability of specimens within guidelines.
• Follows protocol in labeling pour-offs.
• Stores specimens under appropriate conditions.
• Prepares reagents/standards/calibrators correctly and ensures they are dated and in sufficient quantity.
• Performs maintenance activities and documents appropriately.
• Performs CLIA waived and moderate-complexity testing on medical samples.

Skills

Pre-analytical skills

QC/QA familiarity

Specimen handling

Safety compliance

Moderate-complexity testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Biological Science

Tools

Pipettes

Centrifuge

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to support preanalytical, analytic and post-analytic workflows in Peoria, IL. This role requires a Bachelor of Science in Biological Science and involves performing CLIA-waived and moderate-complexity testing, specimen processing, and QC activities.

You will collaborate with microbiology, chemistry, urinalysis and molecular areas to ensure timely, accurate results while adhering to safety guidelines.