Clinical Lab Scientist

Saint Francis Hospital•Evanston, IL

63d•$30 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Scientist performs waived, moderate, and highly complex laboratory tests authorized under CLIA, with responsibilities governed by applicable federal regulations. The role requires work commensurate with the individual’s education, training, experience, and technical abilities. The scientist performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other laboratory disciplines as introduced. The position is based in the Laboratory at Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. It is a full-time night-shift role, scheduled 11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends. The role may include venipuncture or capillary puncture across age groups, Lead Tech responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor, and assignments related to the laboratory information system (LIS) or point-of-care testing (POCT). The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a qualifying science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other education permitted by CLIA. ASCP certification or equivalent and one year of hospital laboratory experience are preferred; the experience is not required. A current, valid state license is required when applicable. The employer describes a customizable benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and other voluntary benefits. The estimated compensation range is $30.00–$41.89; the final starting compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological health science, or Medical Laboratory Technology, from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
Current and valid state license if required in the state where the laboratory is located.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification or equivalent.
One year of hospital laboratory work experience; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform waived, moderate, and highly complex tests authorized under CLIA, in accordance with applicable regulations and the individual’s qualifications.
Follow laboratory procedures for collecting, processing, analyzing, and reporting patient test results.
Follow quality-control policies and document corrective actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance, correct them when possible, or promptly notify the immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
Perform laboratory procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines introduced into the laboratory.
Perform and document instrument and equipment maintenance on daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed schedules, as appropriate.
Review patient results for accuracy before releasing or reporting them.
Recognize age-specific differences in expected results, from newborns through geriatric patients.
Test proficiency-testing samples in the same manner as patient samples and do not collaborate with other laboratories before reporting results to the appropriate agencies.
Perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on patients of various ages, when required.
Assist in developing and maintaining laboratory policies and procedures.
Follow department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
In the absence of a supervisor, may serve as Lead Tech and take responsibility for the section or department during the shift.
May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.