Clinical Laboratory Scientist -CLS I

Prime Healthcare; Joliet, New York (IL, NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled laboratory professionals to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will perform a variety of complex tests, ensuring accuracy and adherence to quality control standards. You will collaborate with a dedicated team while maintaining laboratory policies and procedures. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off and a 401K retirement plan. If you are passionate about laboratory science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and ASCP certification preferred.
• One year of hospital laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory tests with adherence to established procedures.
• Document corrective actions for quality control deviations.
• May lead the section in the absence of a supervisor.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control

Problem Identification

Independent Judgment

Venipuncture

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science

ASCP Certification

Current State License

Job description

Overview

• Department: Laboratory
• Schedule: 1:30 pm-10 pm, alternating 3 shifts one week and 2 shifts the following week, every other weekend and holidays.
• Facility: St Joseph Hospital
• Location: Joliet, IL 60435

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must:

1. Adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
2. Follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
3. Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
4. Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory.
5. Perform and document maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
6. Review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.
7. Recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics.
8. Ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies.
9. May be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics.
10. Assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures.
11. Adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
12. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.
13. May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT.
14. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
• One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $26.40 to $38.24. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.