Microbiology Medical Lab Scientist

Trinity Health•Maywood, IL

4d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital. If you are interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong! Monday thru Friday 7am-3:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays. In this role, the Microbiology- Medical Lab Scientist will be responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a "clinical" laboratory setting through education or work experience required. Performs all laboratory testing, including the pre-examination phase in accordance with standard operating procedures and accreditation guidelines to support the delivery of patient care. Conducts and documents established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluates the results of quality control testing and implements corrective action according to established protocols to ensure the accuracy and quality of patient testing. Participates in the validation of laboratory methods and procedures to meet the changing health care needs of our patients.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Specific Degree(s): Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or Chemistry
Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a "clinical" laboratory setting through education or work experience required
Laboratory certification required (ASCP or HEW)

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Performs all laboratory testing, including the pre-examination phase in accordance with standard operating procedures and accreditation guidelines to support the delivery of patient care.
Conducts and documents established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluates the results of quality control testing and implements corrective action according to established protocols to ensure the accuracy and quality of patient testing.
Participates in the validation of laboratory methods and procedures to meet the changing health care needs of our patients.