Medical Lab Scientist I

AdventHealth; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to uplifting communities and enhancing patient care. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in the Microbiology lab, you will play a crucial role in specimen processing and PCR testing, ensuring accurate results that contribute to patient health. This part-time position offers the opportunity to grow professionally while being part of a supportive team that values your unique contributions. With a focus on whole-person wellbeing and career development, this is your chance to thrive in a fulfilling role that makes a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Debt-free Education

Qualifications

• Associates' degree in a relevant field and national certification required.
• One year of Clinical Lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and PCR testing in the Microbiology lab.
• Maintain quality control practices and provide customer service.

Skills

PCR testing

specimen processing

laboratory procedures

quality control

customer service

Education

Associates' degree in chemical, physical or biological science

National certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Job description

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

1. Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions
2. Paid Time Off from Day One for FT/PT positions
3. Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT positions
4. Career Development
5. Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
6. Mental Health Resources and Support
7. Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining 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. 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.

Schedule: Part Time

Shift: Night

Location: Hinsdale, IL

The role you’ll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I is specifically for Microbiology lab, responsible for specimen processing, performing PCR testing, and working up positive blood cultures. MLS I performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

1. Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities.
2. Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies.
3. Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients.
4. Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and Students when assigned. Appropriately documents orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students.
5. Provides guidance to technicians and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitates workflow when necessary.
6. Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
7. Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities.
8. Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area.
9. Participates in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

1. Associates' degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or equivalent education and training required.
2. Must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement.
3. Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological preferred.
4. One year of Clinical Lab experience preferred.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale

Schedule: Part-time

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 24041873

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.