Technical Specialist - Core Laboratory (ELP & UA)

Trinity Health Corp.; 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

Trinity Health Corp. in Maywood, IL seeks a Technical Specialist- Lab Core to support patient care by performing laboratory testing across waived, moderate, and high complexity categories, including UA and ELP.

The role requires collaboration with medical staff to implement new procedures, validate instruments, and ensure regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a MLS and relevant certifications. Day shift, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years of Core-UA and ELP or related experience required.
• Certification: AMT/ASCP or equivalent licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with medical director and staff to develop new procedures.
• Evaluates, validates and implements new instrumentation and procedures.
• Develops procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and support new test methods.
• Reviews and revises manuals to ensure test accuracy and compliance.
• Communicates policy changes to center staff and clients.

Skills

Core-UA testing

ELP testing

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree – Medical Laboratory Science

Medical Technology/Technician or MLS

Tools

Urinalysis equipment

Electrophoresis instruments

Coagulation analyzers

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift 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. 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.

Collaborative 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.
• 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 qualifications

• 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.

Trinity Health Benefits Summary

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.