Lead Clinical Lab Scientist III

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

401K retirement plan

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking an experienced laboratory supervisor/lead to manage daily operations across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis and more. You will supervise staff, ensure test accuracy, compliance with CLIA and regulatory requirements, and coordinate quality control.

Responsibilities include developing policies, maintaining equipment, mentoring staff, and collaborating with medical staff.

Qualifications

• 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 493.1461).
• ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, responsible for supervising daily operation of the section(s).
• Provides consultative services to medical staff as Technical Consultant.
• Oversees performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Responsible for technical and fiscal management of the section(s).
• Oversees quality management/assurance program and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations timely.
• Ensures accuracy of patient results prior to reporting.
• Develops and updates section policies and procedures.

Education

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 493.1461)

ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred

Current and Valid State License (if required by state)

Job description

• Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p and rotating weekends
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

• Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p and rotating weekends
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Overview

• Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p and rotating weekends
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Responsibilities

Each individual performs only those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR 493.1451 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.

This individual: 1) functions as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, responsible for supervising the daily operation of the section(s), 2) provides consultative services to the medical staff in the capacity of Technical Consultant, 3) oversees the section/department performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives, 4) is responsible for the technical and fiscal management of the section(s), 5) oversees the section(s) quality management/assurance program, 6) ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, 7) assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations in a timely manner,8) ensures the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 9) develops, maintains and updates section policy and procedure manuals, 10) reviews quality control performance ensuring documentation of corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications, 11) identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify the, Director, or Medical Director, 12) performs 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, 13) ensures the performance and documentation of equipment maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, 14) recognizes age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 15) ensures 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, 16) ensures the currency of all laboratory policies and procedures, 17) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 18) may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC. 19) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
• Minimum five years of hospital laboratory work experience 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 493.1461).
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Facility Specific Preferences

• Blood bank, chemistry and hematology work experience

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital 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 $31.98 to $44.65. 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.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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