Clinical Microbiology MLS — Impactful Lab Scientist

HSHS St. John's Hospital; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

PTO and paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT) to perform tests on patient samples using biomedical instrumentation and microscopes.

The role supports physicians with data for diagnosis and treatment and requires a NAACLS-accredited MLS/MT program or ASCP certification, plus a biology/chemistry/math background. This full-time position offers a 40-hour week, weekday schedule, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry, or mathematics is required.
• NAACLS-accredited MLS/MT program or ASCP certification is required/strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on patient samples (blood, body fluids, cells, tissues) to detect health conditions.
• Operate biomedical instrumentation, microscopes, and computers to analyze samples.
• Provide accurate data and reports to physicians to aid diagnosis and treatment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry, or mathematics

NAACLS-accredited MLS/MT program or ASCP certification

Job description

HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT) to perform tests on patient samples using biomedical instrumentation and microscopes.

The role supports physicians with data for diagnosis and treatment and requires a NAACLS-accredited MLS/MT program or ASCP certification, plus a biology/chemistry/math background. This full-time position offers a 40-hour week, weekday schedule, and benefits.