Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician

HSHS Medical Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

HSHS Medical Group in Springfield, IL is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT/MLT) in Microbiology for a full-time role. You will perform a variety of tests on patient specimens, operate microscopes and instrumentation, and provide accurate data to physicians to aid diagnosis and treatment.

NAACLS/ASCP certification or eligibility with a Bachelor's in biological sciences is required. Competitive pay, full benefits, and opportunities for professional development are offered as part of a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry or mathematics with NAACLS MLS/MT or ASCP certification eligibility.
• Experience in an accredited clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Certification by ASCP, NCA, AMT or HEW or equivalent is required or eligible within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of microbiology tests on patient samples.
• Operate microscopes and biomedical instrumentation.
• Input data and communicate results to physicians.
• Maintain quality control and safety procedures in the lab.
• Adhere to departmental policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Accredited lab experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences, Chemistry, or Mathematics

NAACLS MLS/MT program or ASCP certification

Tools

Microscopes

Biomedical instrumentation

Computers (LIS/EMR)

Job description

## Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT) - MicrobiologyApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Springfield, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1038228**Pay Range:**$29.55 - $44.32A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.HSHS is seeking an MLS/MLS in Microbiology. This position is responsible for conducting a variety of tests on patient samples (blood, various body fluids, cells, and tissue, etc.) to detect the presence or absence of health conditions. Using biomedical instrumentation, microscopes, and computers to study samples obtained from patients, the Medical Laboratory Scientist provides data to physicians and health care providers for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Position Specifics: o Department: Laboratory o Core Function: Laboratory o Schedule: Full time, 40 hrs/wk, Hours- 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday-Friday, Every other weekend o Facility: Springfield - St. John's Hospital o Location: Springfield, IL Compensation that aligns with your experience **Education Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics, AND successful completion of a National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) program OR Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and bachelor's degree with 2 years full time lab experience in an accredited lab.**Experience Qualifications*** Experience in an accredited lab is preferred.**Certifications, Licenses and Registrations*** Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist or eligibility for certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as:• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)• National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)• American Medical Technologies (AMT)• Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW) • or other laboratory certifying agency is required. Colleagues hired prior to January 1, 2020 are exempt from this requirement.* Certification must be received within 180 days of hire.Physician Enterprise: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification is preferred.Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.**Benefits:**HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. **Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.*** Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.* Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.* Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.* Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.* Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!* Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!BenefitsHSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).