Lead Medical Lab Scientist

adventhealth; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Illinois seeks an experienced laboratory professional to provide orientation and training for new staff and students, acting as a preceptor and documenting activities.

You will guide technical staff, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to safety policies. The role includes quality control and instrument maintenance, with a focus on accurate testing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field related to laboratory work.
• Field of study must match or meet CLIA equivalency as needed.
• Minimum 2+ years of technical experience in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to educate and train new staff and students.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and training to new employees and students, acting as a preceptor and documenting activities.
• Guide technical and support staff; resolve customer service issues within guidelines.
• Follow safety policies including PPE, handwashing and chemical handling.
• Participate in performance improvement activities for the laboratory and hospital.
• Lead quality control and quality assurance testing; manage instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Independent worker

English communication

Basic computer skills

Safety/compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

701 WINTHROP AVE

City:

GLENDALE HEIGHTS

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60139

Job Description:

• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students, acting as a preceptor when teaching new staff and students, and documenting orientation and training.
• Provides guidance to technical and support staff, resolves customer service issues within guidelines, and supports education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested.
• Follows appropriate safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Assists the laboratory management with special projects as assigned.
• Manages quality assessment, technical oversight, problem-solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, providing input for staff performance, and overseeing training and competency evaluations.
• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning and disinfection, quality control, and calibration performance.
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards.
• Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results, serving as a resource and addressing complex tests and procedures.
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures, and providing technical and support information for all age groups.
• Leads quality control and quality assurance testing.
• Manages instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned [Required]
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]

Education:

• Bachelors [Required]

Field of Study:

in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Work Experience:

2+ years of technical experience [Required]

Additional Information:

An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:

Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology o