Medical Lab Scientist-Blood Bank

Endeavor Health•Elmhurst, IL

3d•$31 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Medical Lab Scientist performs clinical laboratory testing in one or more laboratory sections to obtain data used in diagnosing and treating disease. The role is based at Elmhurst Hospital in Elmhurst, Illinois, and is a 1.0 FTE position (40 hours per week), scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotations. The scientist performs manual and automated tests, reviews results for accuracy, and reports critical results to appropriate clinical personnel according to established protocols. The role includes quality control, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, inventory management, safe handling of biohazardous materials and chemicals, and maintaining required competencies. The scientist applies critical thinking to antibody identification and inventory management, supports customer service and patient satisfaction, participates in education and committees, assists with training, and may cross-train in other laboratory areas as needed. Endeavor Health describes itself as a fully integrated healthcare delivery system serving more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. It has more than 25,000 team members, more than 6,000 physicians, over 300 ambulatory locations, and eight acute care hospitals. The organization emphasizes career development, connection and belonging, and providing safe, seamless, and personal care.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.

Nice To Haves

Registration with the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency (NCA), or equivalent is preferred.
Blood Bank experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient tests manually and using automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents, and testing methodologies.
Review patient test results for accuracy; notify appropriate clinical personnel of critical results and document notifications according to protocols.
Perform quality control, record results, take corrective action when QC is outside established guidelines, and document corrective actions.
Perform instrument checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting according to department protocols.
Maintain competencies in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.
Recognize abnormal or unusual test results and make appropriate decisions before releasing results; notify a supervisor and pathologist when necessary.
Apply critical thinking to antibody identification and inventory management.
Promote patient satisfaction and customer service, and encourage courteous treatment of patients and other customers.
Participate in continuing education programs, in-services, laboratory meetings, and committees.
Maintain a safe work environment using required PPE and protective devices; handle biohazardous materials and chemicals according to protocols.
Maintain departmental inventory and supplies.
Use computer systems efficiently, manage workload, and meet established turnaround times.
Assist with orientation and training of new employees and students.
May assist with competency assessment for moderate- and high-complexity testing.
Maintain broad knowledge of laboratory departments and may cross-train in other laboratory areas as needed.
Read and respond to emails in a timely manner.
Perform other projects or duties as assigned.

Benefits

Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, based on the employee's job and eligibility.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
Various medical, dental, and vision options.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free parking at designated locations.
Wellness Program Savings Plan.
Health Savings Account options.
Retirement options with company match.
Paid Time Off.
Community involvement opportunities.