Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Core Lab

## Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Core LabApply: EVH Evanston Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R47623**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) - Core Lab* Location: Evanston Hospital* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time* Hours: Monday-Friday, 3pm-11:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays **What you will do:*** Performs clinical lab testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation. Special Coagulation, Immunology Bone Marrow and Flow Cytometry testing are performed on the day shift.* 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 with automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents and/or test methodologies.* Reviews patient test results for accuracy and notifies appropriate clinical personnel or all critical results. Documents this notification per established protocols.* Performs quality control per established departmental protocols. Records QC appropriately and takes corrective action when QC is not within established guidelines. Documents corrective action taken.* Performs instrument checks, maintenance and troubleshooting per department protocols.* Maintains competencies in accordance with policy and procedures of the hospital and laboratory department.* Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and makes appropriate decisions before releasing results. Notifies supervisor and pathologist if necessary.* Participates in continuing education programs, in-services, lab meetings and various committees.* Maintains a safe work environment by using required PPE and protective devices. Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocols.* Maintains inventory and supplies within respective departments.* Performs computer functions efficiently, manages workload and established turnaround times.* Assists in orientation and training of new employees and students.* May assist in competency assessment of moderate and high complexity testing.* Maintains a broad knowledge of all laboratory departments. May cross-train into other areas of the lab as needed.* Reads emails and responds in a timely manner.* Other projects or duties as assigned.**What you will need:*** Education: Bachelor of Science, Biology or Chemistry* Certification: MLS (ASCP) or equivalent* Experience: Any* Unique or Preferred Skills: Chemistry, Hematology, UA, Body Fluids, Coagulation **Benefits:*** 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