Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Per Diem

Nevada System of Higher Education•Arlington Heights, IL

2d•$30 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

This Per Diem Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) position at Swedish Hospital is responsible for performing patient tests using manual methods and automated clinical laboratory equipment. The role involves maintaining competencies, performing quality control, reviewing test results for accuracy, and notifying appropriate personnel of critical results. The MLS will also perform instrument checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting, while staying current with healthcare changes through continuing education. Responsibilities include recognizing and acting on abnormal test results, efficient computer function, managing workload, and maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to safety, environmental, and infection control standards. The position also involves notifying leads of low supply stock and assisting in the orientation and training of new employees and students, with potential involvement in competency assessment for moderate and high complexity testing.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent
MT, MLS or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent is required
Experience in clinical laboratory preferred.
Must have excellent communication skills (verbal, written, computer), independent decision making and organizational skills, and be detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members.
Instructs and encourages coworkers to treat patients and customers courteously.
Performs patient tests, manually and with automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents and/or test methodologies in Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology.
Maintains competencies in accordance with policy and procedures of the hospital and laboratory department.
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.
Performs instrument checks, maintenance and troubleshooting per department protocols.
Maintains knowledge level consistent with the changes within the healthcare environment.
Participates in continuing education programs, in-services, lab meetings and various committees.
Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and makes appropriate decisions before releasing results. Notifies supervisor and pathologist if necessary.
Performs computer functions efficiently, manages workload and established turnaround times.
Maintains a safe work environment by using required PPE and protective devices. Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocols.
Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures to comply with safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Notifies the appropriate Laboratory section Lead Technologist / Supervisor / Manager / Director or designee when stock supplies are low.
Assists in orientation and training of new employees and students.
May assist in competency assessment of moderate and high complexity testing.

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
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