Clinical Laboratory Scientist

NEW Full Time Overview Perform high complexity testing including HLA typing, flow cytometry and serology crossmatching, HLA antibody screening, ABO typing and infectious disease testing in support of organ donation & transplant. Responsible for performing laboratory testing, quality control procedures, and maintenance of equipment and work area. Second shift position. The compensation range for this position is $32.20-$33.30 per hour, with an additional night‑shift differential. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full‑time employees Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan 403(b) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement up to the IRS‑allowed maximum Personalized learning and educational development opportunities Monthly cell phone and internet stipends Paid Parental Leave Annual Employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needs Support and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC) Responsibilities Essential Functions Advance Gift of Hope's mission, vision and core values: providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. Perform high complexity testing including, but not limited to, HLA typing, flow cytometry and serology crossmatching, HLA antibody screening, ABO typing and infectious disease testing. Document test results and all pertinent information; interpret different and complex reaction patterns; identify probable causes for any irregular or atypical test results. Correctly communicate results to internal and external customers including clinicians, transplant coordinators, and other OPO personnel. Enter, retrieve, and transmit test data into laboratory information systems. Freeze cells and sera from donors for retrospective testing. Process blood samples received from patients waiting for a transplant. Prepare mailers (tubes, labels and dialysis lists) for dialysis centers and patient homes for collection of monthly samples. Prepare reagents required to perform analysis and ensure reagents are available and usable. Set up and monitor equipment required to perform tests. Maintain established preventive maintenance schedules for assigned equipment. Adjust and calibrate assigned equipment. Maintain quality control records and logs; prepare, record and store data for future reference. Monitor supply levels to ensure adequate levels are maintained. Maintain cleanliness of work area per laboratory standards. Participation in process improvement initiatives strongly encouraged. Responsible for documenting any deviation from testing protocols using QA laboratory system. Responsible for determining, tracking, trending and reporting of relevant quality metrics, including, but not limited to, turnaround times, error rates, customer satisfaction score, etc. as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Training Required Bachelor's degree in one of the biological, chemical and/or clinical laboratory sciences, medical technology or a related field. ASCP certification preferred. Experience and Skills Required Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to communicate in an effective manner and work effectively with others. Familiarity with procedures for quality control of reagents and maintenance of equipment. Ability to learn and apply new testing methods, processes and equipment introduced into the lab. Ability to conduct multiple tests simultaneously. Ability to prioritize tasks. Excellent attention to detail to conduct and read tests. Analytical skills to interpret test results and identify atypical results. Some experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred. Physical Demands Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop and kneel to perform job duties. Fine motor skills to conduct tests and repair equipment. Visual acuity to read and record test results and conduct equipment maintenance. Work Environment Clinical laboratory. Required to use PPE while conducting tests. Ability to work outside normal business hours to participate in off‑shift work schedule covering weekends and holidays. Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on an individual's job‑related qualifications and abilities. Location/Region: Itasca, Illinois #J-18808-Ljbffr