Medical Lab Scientist I

AdventHealth; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform analytical testing and laboratory procedures in La Grange, Illinois. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in related fields, national certification, and focuses on quality control and customer service. You will play a key role in supporting exceptional patient care through efficient laboratory operations and assist in training new staff.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Debt-free Education

Career Development

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• National certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technologist required.
• Basic Life Support - CPR Certification required.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a variety of laboratory procedures.
• Perform pre- and post-analytical testing.
• Maintain quality control practices.

Skills

Analytical Testing

Quality Control

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological

Associate Degree Required

Job description

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

This role is eligible for up to $7,500 sign on bonus for a two-year commitment. You must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements to the terms and conditions of the offer. Former associates of six month or less are not eligible.

• Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Paid Days Off from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT positions
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• 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: Full Time

Shift: Night - 10:30 am to 7:00 am (Rotating weekends and holidays)

Location : 5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD, La Grange, 60525

The role you’ll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, conducts a variety of laboratory procedures in designated areas as licensed or certified. This role entails the analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens, requiring a moderate to high degree of both theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in the certified area(s). Laboratory testing encompasses complex diagnostic and analytic assessments of specimens, including interpreting data with precision and accuracy according to established policies and procedures. Duties customarily involve a range of pre- and post-analytical work processes depending on the campus and department and may also require participation in on-call rotations. Professionals in this position are responsible for adhering to laboratory policies and procedures while maintaining quality control practices. This role may also involve managing selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which could include workflow management, quality control processes, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem-solving for customers and coworkers, and maintenance and upgrades of department equipment or computer systems. Additionally, writing or reviewing procedures and assisting lab leadership in meeting goals across various areas such as Team, Service, Clinical, Market, and Finance may be required. A strong commitment to outstanding customer service is essential, with an emphasis on maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The role may also involve the development and implementation of policies and procedures for new equipment and/or assays, including the development of quality control procedures that outline acceptable guidelines and monitoring. The Medical Laboratory Scientist I must perform, evaluate, and accurately record quality control testing on all reportable assays and ensure routine and unscheduled maintenance is performed timely to assure proper operation of medical laboratory equipment. Applicable experience in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science, or related field required.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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.
• 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
• 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
• Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities
• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area
• 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

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed

• Associate Required
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological preferred
• One Year of experience Preferred
• Must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required