Medical Lab Scientist I

Medical Lab Scientist I

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 120 N OAK ST

City: HINSDALE

State: Illinois

Postal Code: 60521

Job Description:

** Part-time -Evening 2:30 pm to 11 pm Rotating weekends/holidays

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and complete required training for handling hazardous waste.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection. Facilitates workflow and support education to clinical staff as needed.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned

Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times

Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision

Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities

Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings

Education:

Associate's [Required]

Field of Study: in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

Work Experience: N/A

Licenses and Certifications: MLS or MT credentialed by ASCP, AAB or AMT required

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements

Pay Range: $25.65 $52.00

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.