Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Core Lab

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations; Evanston (IL); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Premium shift pay

On-call incentives

Annual increases based on performance

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Community involvement opportunities

Résumé du poste

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform clinical tests across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation on a day shift, with rotating holidays. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for growth.

You will maintain quality control, document results, train staff, and participate in continuing education while ensuring patient safety and excellent service. Bachelor degree and MLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry or closely related field.
• MLS (ASCP) certification or equivalent required or clearly preferred.
• Experience performing diagnostic tests in Chemistry, Hematology, UA and Coagulation.

Responsabilités

• Performs clinical lab tests in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation.
• Operates automated and manual testing platforms with accuracy.
• Reviews results, notifies pathologist or supervisor of critical findings.
• Maintains QC records, runs controls, documents corrective actions.
• Assists in training new staff and students when needed.
• Maintains safety and PPE compliance and monitors inventory.

Connaissances

Chemistry

Hematology

Urinalysis

Body Fluids

Coagulation

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Biology or Chemistry

MLS (ASCP) certification or equivalent

Description du poste

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) — Core Lab Location: Evanston Hospital Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Hours: Monday-Friday, 3pm-11:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays

What you will do:

Performs clinical lab testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation. Special Coagulation, Immunology Bone Marrow and Flow Cytometry testing are performed on the day shift. Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members. Instructs and encourages coworkers to treat patients and customers (nurses, physicians, visitors, vendors etc.) courteously. Performs patient tests, manually and with automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents and/or test methodologies. Reviews patient test results for accuracy and notifies appropriate clinical personnel or all critical results. Documents this notification per established protocols. Performs quality control per established departmental protocols. Records QC appropriately and takes corrective action when QC is not within established guidelines. Documents corrective action taken. Performs instrument checks, maintenance and troubleshooting per department protocols. Maintains competencies in accordance with policy and procedures of the hospital and laboratory department. Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and makes appropriate decisions before releasing results. Notifies supervisor and pathologist if necessary. Participates in continuing education programs, in-services, lab meetings and various committees. Maintains a safe work environment by using required PPE and protective devices. Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocols. Maintains inventory and supplies within respective departments. Performs computer functions efficiently, manages workload and established turnaround times. Assists in orientation and training of new employees and students. May assist in competency assessment of moderate and high complexity testing. Maintains a broad knowledge of all laboratory departments. May cross-train into other areas of the lab as needed. Reads emails and responds in a timely manner. Other projects or duties as assigned.

What you will need:

Education: Bachelor of Science, Biology or Chemistry Certification: MLS (ASCP) or equivalent Experience: Any Unique or Preferred Skills: Chemistry, Hematology, UA, Body Fluids, Coagulation

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.