Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology (MLS)

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist 2 to perform all assigned microbiology testing and ensure quality, efficiency, and patient safety. The role requires teamwork, problem solving, and adherence to Rush policies and procedures.

You will contribute to process improvement, participate in continuing education, and work a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM shift in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in laboratory science or equivalent with high-complexity testing credentials.
• Must have certification such as MLS/MT/BB or equivalent per ASCP/AMT guidelines.
• Experience meeting CLIA high-complexity testing qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned laboratory testing in the RML General Microbiology area.
• Collaborate to resolve process issues affecting testing quality and turnaround times.
• Maintain quality control and preventive maintenance with proper documentation.
• Present continuing education within the department and participate in process improvements.
• Adhere to Rush policies, procedures, and ICARE values in daily work.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality control

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory science

Certification as MLS/MT/BB or equivalent

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist 2 to perform all assigned microbiology testing and ensure quality, efficiency, and patient safety. The role requires teamwork, problem solving, and adherence to Rush policies and procedures.

You will contribute to process improvement, participate in continuing education, and work a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM shift in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.