Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

## Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)Apply: NCH 800 W Central Rd Arlington Heights: Full time: Posted Today: R47879**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 Laboratory Scientist (MLS)* Location: Northwest Community Hospital & Salt Creek* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time* Hours: Monday-Friday,7am-3:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays* Required Travel: Yes**What you will do:**• Responsible for accurately performs routine and special laboratory tests according to procedure manuals and records their results; evaluates test results, including normal and abnormal results which require notification, documentation, and/or verification.• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness. Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.• Performs and documents calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments and equipment. Recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction; evaluates and implements appropriate corrections.• Performs, documents and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol. Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated.• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples• Performs specialty testing in areas including chemistry, hematology, coagulation.• Supports the disease specific accreditations of an institution by meeting turn- around time goals.**What you will need:****Education:** Bachelor’s degree/ Associate degree in a clinical laboratory science or medical technology program from and accredited**License: Certification:** Current MLS/MT (ASCP) registration or equivalent.**Experience:** Minimum of one years of laboratory experience in high/Moderate complexity testing.• **Unique or Preferred Skills:**Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various Laboratory areas. Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results, and she/he takes corrective action or notifies appropriate supervisory personnel. Good communication and organizational skills. Ability to work cooperatively with others and inspire their cooperation. **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, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr