Medical Lab Scientist- Core Lab - Evenings

Hourly Pay Range :

$30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights :

Position : Medical Lab Scientist -Generalist - Core Lab

Location : Elmhurst Hospital 155 E Brush Hill Road Elmhurst, IL

Full Time 1.0 FTE

Hours : 2pm-10 : 30pm Monday - Friday ; Includes every other weekend and holiday rotations.

What will you do :

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs various clinical laboratory tests in one or more sections of the Laboratory to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members. Instructs and encourages coworkers to treat patients and customers (nurses, physicians, visitors, vendors etc.) courteously.

Performs patient tests, manually and using automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents, and / or test methodologies.

Maintains competencies in accordance with policy / procedure of the hospital and department

Performs quality control checks per established protocols. Records these QC checks appropriately and takes corrective action when checks are not within established guidelines. Documents corrective action taken.

Reviews test results for accuracy and notifies appropriate clinical personnel of all critical results. Documents this notification per established protocols.

Performs instrument checks, maintenance and troubleshooting per department protocol.

Performs related clerical and service tasks such as answers phone inquiries from nursing staff and physicians and gives results data as required.

Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and makes appropriate decision about releasing those results. Notifies supervisor or pathologist if necessary.

Maintains a safe work environment by using required protective devices. Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocols.

Maintains inventory and supplies within respective departments. Communicates inventory issue to lead or supervisor when appropriate.

Performs computer functions, i.e., calling of logs, worksheets, and statistical reports. Uses these functions to efficiently manage workload and maintain turnaround times that are currently established.

Assists in the orientation and training of new employees and students.

Maintains a broad knowledge of all laboratory departments. Cross-trains into other areas of the lab as needed.

Performs special projects as assigned.

What you will need :

Associate's Degree or higher in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

Registration with the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency (NCA) or equivalent, preferred

Benefits : (For full-time or part-time positions) :

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, 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

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org .

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE : Race / Color / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin / Disability / Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.