Clinical Lab Technologist - Impactful Diagnostics Day Shift

Labcorp; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp seeks a Technologist in Chicago, IL to join our team. The role involves evaluating specimens, performing routine and complex testing, and maintaining instrumentation and quality control procedures. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science or an MLS and relevant lab experience.

ASCP/AMT certification is a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment with opportunities for growth in a high-volume laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience OR an MLS degree
• 3 months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience (preferred)
• ASCP or AMT certification (preferred)
• In lieu of education requirements, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits may meet CLIA education requirements
• Understanding of laboratory operations and policies/procedures
• Experience in high-volume lab environments
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with LIS

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate PPE

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Laboratory information systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science

MLS degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Labcorp seeks a Technologist in Chicago, IL to join our team. The role involves evaluating specimens, performing routine and complex testing, and maintaining instrumentation and quality control procedures. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science or an MLS and relevant lab experience.

ASCP/AMT certification is a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment with opportunities for growth in a high-volume laboratory setting.