Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Incentive pay

Annual increases

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Microbiology to join our Evanston Hospital team in Evanston, IL. This full-time role operates Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with occasional weekends and rotating holidays.

You will perform clinical microbiology tests, calibrate instrumentation, and collaborate with lab staff to ensure accurate, timely results that guide patient care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical technology meeting CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing.
• MT or MLS (ASCP) preferred but not required.
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities to work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical microbiology tests under supervision to support diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintain and calibrate multiplex instrumentation to ensure accurate results.
• Routinely resolve interdepartmental problems and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Clinical microbiology

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in lab science

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

$30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Microbiology
• Location: Evanston Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays

What You Will Do

• Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs various clinical microbiology tests in one or more sections of the laboratory to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Ensures the accuracy and precision of diagnostic results through performance of maintenance and calibration of multiplex instrumentation systems.
• Routinely resolves technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various laboratory areas.
• Readily identify problems that may adversely affect performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying supervising personnel when appropriate.
• Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with others. Good communication and organizational skills.

What You Will Need

• Education: Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical technology and/or the required courses to meet CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing.
• Certification: MT or MLS (ASCP) preferred
• Experience: Experience preferred
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various Laboratory areas with assistance and under supervision. Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying appropriate supervisory personnel to assist with taking corrective action. Good communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.