Medical Lab Scientist I (Overnight) Job at Simple Laboratories in Chicago

Base pay range

$34.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Schedule

Overnight 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM with alternating weekends as needed.

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.
• Communicates critical results as necessary to external medical professionals following HIPAA guidelines.
• Maintains a clean, safe, functional work environment; serves as a role model to others.
• Adheres to all CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA requirements.
• 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.

Experience & Skills

• Must be able to demonstrate competency in all assays within the designated department.
• 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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care