Certified Lab Scientist II

Responsibilities

• Adhere to laboratory procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
• Follow established quality control policies and procedures, documenting all corrective actions when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
• Identify and address problems affecting test performance, either independently or by notifying supervisors.
• Perform a variety of laboratory procedures, using both manual and automated methods in disciplines such as Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and others.
• Perform and document maintenance on instruments and equipment as necessary.
• Review patient results for accuracy before releasing or reporting.
• Recognize and account for age-specific variations in test results.
• Ensure proficiency testing samples are analyzed similarly to patient samples and collaborate with other labs only after reporting results to relevant authorities.
• May perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups.
• Aid in developing and maintaining laboratory policies and procedures.
• Comply with department and hospital policies related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
• In the absence of a supervisor, assume responsibility for the section or department during their shift.
• Assist with tasks related to Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Point-of-Care Testing (POC).
• Perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the department manager or director.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA.
• Current and valid state license if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Pay

Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that allows employees to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. The exact starting compensation will be determined at the time of selection, considering factors such as skillset, years of experience, education, credentials, and licensure. For more information about the benefits package, visit: here.

Schedule

Part Time - Evening Shift

Employment Status

Part Time

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefit options. For more details, visit: here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected category. For more information, refer to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines.