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Medical Laboratory Scientist
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What they do
A Medical Laboratory Scientist specializes in collecting and analyzing body fluids using complex chemical and microscopic tests. Workplaces include clinical laboratories at hospitals, references labs, biotech labs and non-clinical industrial labs.
$62,539 / year median in Illinois
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100%Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule:
Part timeShift:
Night (United States of America)Address:
120N OAK ST City:
HINSDALE
State:
Illinois Postal Code:
60521Job Description:
- Part Time
- Nights
- 10:30 pm to 7 am
- Rotating weekends/holidays Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned
- Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities
- Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
Education:
- Bachelor's [Required]
Field of Study:
- in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.
Required Work Experience:
- 2+ years of clinical lab experience [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- MLS or MT credentialed by ASCP, AAB or AMT required
Physical Requirements:
(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements- https://tinyurl.
Pay Range:
$28.21- $52.