Microbiology Specialist

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our NEW Core Lab on the Nights shift (10:30 p.m.–7 a.m.). The role emphasizes high-volume, high-complexity microbiology testing in a hospital setting.

You will perform waived to high complexity procedures, maintain quality control, operate automated systems including Biomerieux equipment, and ensure accurate patient results while collaborating with the lab and clinical teams.

Qualifications

• Current state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required.
• CLS/MT generalist with 1-year microbiology experience or Microbiologist Specialist preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or MLT from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate, or high complexity tests per CLIA and state law.
• Adhere to QC policies and document corrective actions when systems deviate.
• Operate and maintain instruments; review accuracy of patient results.
• May perform venipuncture on varied age groups as needed.

Skills

Clinical lab experience

Microbiology automation

High-volume samples

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/biological/physical science or MLT

Tools

Biomerieux equipment

Job description

• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Overview

• Department: Specialty Lab
• Schedule: Full Time Nights 10:30p-7a
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Great opportunity to be a part of our NEW Core Lab

Preferences Specific To This Position

• Clinical Lab experience in a hospital environment
• Experience with microbiology automation
• Biomerieux microbiology equipment experience
• Comfortable working with high volumes of samples

Responsibilities

Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, Bus. & Prof. Code Section 1204, and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual?s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must: 1) adhere to the laboratory?s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results, 2) follow the laboratory?s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory?s established performance specifications, 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director, 4) perform a wide variety of microbiology procedures requiring independent judgment in performing high complexity testing in both manual and automated methods, 5) perform testing procedures in other areas of the department for which licensed and competency demonstrated, 6) perform and document maintenance ? daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate, 7) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 8) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 9) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient'samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies, 10) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics, 11) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures, 12) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 13) may be assigned responsibility for the operation of the micro department during their shift, as Micro Tech in-charge if supervisor is unavailable, 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Possession of a current and valid state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited state ClinicalLaboratory Scientist license as a Microbiologist Specialist if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
• CLS/MT generalist with 1-yr microbiology experience or Microbiologist Specialist preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)

Preferences Specific To This Position

• Clinical Lab experience in a hospital environment
• Experience with microbiology automation
• Biomerieux microbiology equipment experience
• Comfortable working with high volumes of samples

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.00 to $48.45. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf