Technical Specialist - Core Laboratory (ELP & UA)

Loyola Medicine; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Daily Pay

Competitive Shift Differentials

Career Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

403(b) with Employer Match

On Site Fitness Center

Referral Rewards

Perks Program

Job summary

Loyola Medicine in Maywood, IL is seeking a Technical Specialist- Lab Core to support patient care by performing waived, moderate and high complexity testing, including UA and Electrophoresis, under the supervision of the lab leadership.

Requires a Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science, 3–5 years' Core-UA/ELP experience, and ASCP/AMT certification. Day shift, full-time with benefits and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Certification as Medical Technologist or equivalent (ASCP/AMT).
• 3–5 years of Core-UA and ELP or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the medical director, manager and faculty in the development of new procedures or programs.
• Evaluates, validates and implements new instrumentation and procedures.
• Develops written procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and support new instrumentation and test methodologies.
• Communicates changes in policies and procedures to appropriate staff and/or clients.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Regulatory compliance

Procedures development

Education

Bachelor's Degree- Medical Laboratory Science Program

Medical Technology/Technician or Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Description

In this role, the Technical Specialist- Lab Core will is responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. This includes waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Overseeing ELP, UA, as well as various other areas.

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Hours

• Day shift
• Monday-Friday
• Area: Core Laboratory- Urinalysis (UA) and Electrophoresis (ELP)

About This Position

In this role, the Technical Specialist- Lab Core will is responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. This includes waived, moderate and high complexity testing. * Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a "clinical" laboratory setting through education or work experience required. * Overseeing Coagulation, Urinalysis (UA) and Electrophoresis (ELP), as well as various other areas.

What You'll Need

• Collaborates with the medical director, manager and faculty in the development of new procedures or programs. Evaluates, validates and implements new instrumentation and procedures. Develops written procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and support new instrumentation and test methodologies. Works with the director to review and revise procedure manuals to ensure test accuracy and regulatory and accreditation requirements. Communicates changes in policies and procedures to appropriate medical center staff and/or clients.

Required

• Bachelor's Degree- Medical Laboratory Science Program
• Specific Degree(s): Medical Technology/Technician or Medical Laboratory Science

Licensure/Certifications

Required

• Certified Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, laboratory discipline specific or specialty certificate (ASCP or AMT)
• 3-5 years of Core-UA and ELP or job-related experience

Preferred

• Other: Meets CLIA requirements for a general supervisor (B.S. degree and 1 year clinical experience, or MS degree and 1 years clinical experience)

Perks & Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)- Starts on Day 1
• Daily Pay (NEW)
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Compensation

Pay Range: $33.00 – $48.00 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.