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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Lead

NorthShore • $73K — $113K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Science required.
  • ASCP certification or equivalent is mandatory.
  • 2-3 years of previous Medical Laboratory experience needed.

Responsibilities

  • Perform patient tests using clinical laboratory equipment and methodologies.
  • Conduct quality control and document corrective actions per established guidelines.
  • Review patient test results for accuracy and notify clinical personnel of critical results.
  • Assist in orientation and training of new employees and students.
  • Support Supervisor in fiscal oversight for the lab.
  • Oversee technical and quality assurance within the area of responsibility.
  • Help develop and implement protocols for validation of new procedures.

Benefits

  • Premium pay including shift, on call, holiday rates.
  • Incentive pay for select positions.
  • Annual performance-based increases.
  • Career Pathways for professional growth.
  • Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision insurance options.
  • Tuition Reimbursement available.
  • Free parking for employees.
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan offered.
  • Health Savings Account options accessible.
  • Retirement Options with company match included.
  • Paid Time Off and holiday pay provided.
  • Opportunities for community involvement.
Full Job Description
Hourly Pay Range:
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:
  • Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Lead
  • Location: Swedish Hospital
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
  • Hours: Monday-Friday,7am-3:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays


What you will do:
  • Performs patient tests, manually and with automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents and/or test methodologies
  • Performs quality control per established departmental protocols. Records QC appropriately and takes corrective action when QC is not within established guidelines. Documents corrective action taken.
  • Reviews patient test results for accuracy and notifies appropriate clinical personnel or all critical results. Documents this notification per established protocols
  • Assists in orientation and training of new employees and students.
  • Assists Supervisor in managing Fiscal oversight for area of responsibility
  • Assists "Technical Supervisor" and Supervisor in the oversight of Technical and Quality Assurance for area of responsibility.
  • May assist supervisor in the evaluation of staff's performance in their area of responsibility.
  • May assist supervisor, manager, or director in developing and implementing protocols for validation of new procedures/methods and equipment.
  • Maintains inventory and supplies within respective departments.
  • Performs computer functions efficiently, manages workload and established turnaround times.
  • May assist in Operation Support.


What you will need:
  • Education: Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in either Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Science (MLS, MT, CLS) or equivalent.
  • Certification: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or equivalent required.
  • Experience: 2-3 years of previous Medical Laboratory experience required.
  • Unique or Preferred Skills: n/a


Benefits:
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities


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