Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 41,961 - 62,942; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts and on-call

Incentive pay for performance

Career growth opportunities

Medical and Dental options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement options with match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem is seeking a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) at Highland Park Hospital. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree and relevant certification, with experience in moderate to high complexity testing.

This role includes problem-solving responsibilities, effective communication, and collaboration with team members. The position offers competitive pay, benefits including tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree for CLIA moderate to high complexity testing.
• Certification: Preferred MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience: 2 years internal at NorthShore or 4 years external in comparable healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Solve technical problems in Laboratory areas.
• Identify issues affecting test performance and notify supervisors.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Good communication

Organizational skills

Cooperative teamwork

Education

Associate's degree and requisite courses for CLIA requirements

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.

Position Highlights

• Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Location: Highland Park Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 2pm-10:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays

What you will do

• Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various Laboratory areas
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others.

What you will need

• Education: Associate's degree and the requisite courses to meet CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing.
• Certification: MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent and ongoing active certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience: MT/MLS: Experience preferred. Internal MLT Candidate: Two (2) years of experience at NorthShore performing moderate to high complexity testing beyond POC/Waived testing with an achieved competency level of a Laboratory Associate. External MLT Candidate: Four (4) years of experience in a comparable healthcare setting of moderate to high complexity testing beyond POC/Waived testing with an achieved competency level of a Laboratory Associate.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: n/a

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
• 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

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