Medical Laboratory Scientist; MLS; Core Lab

Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Core Lab
## Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Core Lab Apply:
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  
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* 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.
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* What you will need:

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* 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