Simple Laboratories
Medical Lab Scientist II (Part-Time)
Simple Laboratories, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Base pay range $37.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Senior level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Simple Laboratories is looking for a senior level Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP/AMT licensed individual who performs test procedures of moderate/high complexity within the clinical laboratory and is expected to demonstrate competency in all assays/instruments within the section. Additional responsibilities include instrument troubleshooting and maintenance, assay validations, and staff training and development.
Schedule 2nd Shift 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM with alternating weekends as needed.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established laboratory criteria.
Performs routine and complex laboratory technical procedures according to laboratory standard operating procedures, ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
Demonstrates the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and resolves technical issues as they occur.
Maintains a professional level of knowledge to properly analyze test results and address abnormal or atypical findings.
Performs and documents quality control to ensure accuracy of clinical data and instrument functionality. Takes appropriate action to resolve QC failures.
Performs and documents routine instrument maintenance and participates in troubleshooting and corrective action as needed.
Assists the departmental supervisor in ensuring effective utilization of staff and timely, high quality test results.
Routinely navigates and manages workflows via Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Prepares, tests, and evaluates new reagents and controls. Maintains appropriate documentation related to these activities.
Assists with new instrument/methodologies validations and other initiatives in support of new business growth opportunities.
Assists in the development of SOPs and competency training modules for new and existing instrumentation/methodologies.
Assists the departmental supervisor in staff training and development.
Serves as subject matter expert for testing within the department, responding to questions from other employees as needed.
Communicates critical results as necessary to external medical professionals following HIPAA guidelines.
Functions as departmental leader in the supervisor’s absence.
Maintains a clean, safe, functional work environment. Serves as a role model to others.
Adheres to all CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA requirements; participates in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Medical Technology program from an accredited institution required.
Certificates/Licenses: MLS/MT (ASCP), AMT or other national accreditation required. Meets CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
Acceptable minimum equivalent in the place of degree: None.
Experience: Minimum 3 years in a high complexity laboratory. Must be able to demonstrate competency in all assays within the designated department.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support colleagues and coworkers, with highly developed analytical, interpersonal, collaborative, and positive communication skills.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand laboratory guidelines, regulations, procedures and policies.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to maintain records and complete detailed reports as required.
Ability to professionally and positively interact with peers, clients, and the public.
Must be able to critically think, troubleshoot issues, and implement necessary changes.
Ability to work autonomously and efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
STD/LTD
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Accident Insurance
About Simple Laboratories Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory, and we're driven to set a new standard in healthcare for patient care and customer support. This means developing the most efficient processes, monitoring operations and test results tirelessly and making our services accessible to patients. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, phlebotomists, sales, IT and administrative staff and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization. Our employees are engaged, collaborative and team focused, while working together to provide the best service to our clients and patients.
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This range is provided by Simple Laboratories. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $37.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Senior level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Simple Laboratories is looking for a senior level Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP/AMT licensed individual who performs test procedures of moderate/high complexity within the clinical laboratory and is expected to demonstrate competency in all assays/instruments within the section. Additional responsibilities include instrument troubleshooting and maintenance, assay validations, and staff training and development.
Schedule 2nd Shift 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM with alternating weekends as needed.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established laboratory criteria.
Performs routine and complex laboratory technical procedures according to laboratory standard operating procedures, ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
Demonstrates the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and resolves technical issues as they occur.
Maintains a professional level of knowledge to properly analyze test results and address abnormal or atypical findings.
Performs and documents quality control to ensure accuracy of clinical data and instrument functionality. Takes appropriate action to resolve QC failures.
Performs and documents routine instrument maintenance and participates in troubleshooting and corrective action as needed.
Assists the departmental supervisor in ensuring effective utilization of staff and timely, high quality test results.
Routinely navigates and manages workflows via Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Prepares, tests, and evaluates new reagents and controls. Maintains appropriate documentation related to these activities.
Assists with new instrument/methodologies validations and other initiatives in support of new business growth opportunities.
Assists in the development of SOPs and competency training modules for new and existing instrumentation/methodologies.
Assists the departmental supervisor in staff training and development.
Serves as subject matter expert for testing within the department, responding to questions from other employees as needed.
Communicates critical results as necessary to external medical professionals following HIPAA guidelines.
Functions as departmental leader in the supervisor’s absence.
Maintains a clean, safe, functional work environment. Serves as a role model to others.
Adheres to all CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA requirements; participates in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Medical Technology program from an accredited institution required.
Certificates/Licenses: MLS/MT (ASCP), AMT or other national accreditation required. Meets CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
Acceptable minimum equivalent in the place of degree: None.
Experience: Minimum 3 years in a high complexity laboratory. Must be able to demonstrate competency in all assays within the designated department.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support colleagues and coworkers, with highly developed analytical, interpersonal, collaborative, and positive communication skills.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand laboratory guidelines, regulations, procedures and policies.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to maintain records and complete detailed reports as required.
Ability to professionally and positively interact with peers, clients, and the public.
Must be able to critically think, troubleshoot issues, and implement necessary changes.
Ability to work autonomously and efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
STD/LTD
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Accident Insurance
About Simple Laboratories Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory, and we're driven to set a new standard in healthcare for patient care and customer support. This means developing the most efficient processes, monitoring operations and test results tirelessly and making our services accessible to patients. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, phlebotomists, sales, IT and administrative staff and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization. Our employees are engaged, collaborative and team focused, while working together to provide the best service to our clients and patients.
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