Core Lab - Medical Lab Scientist
Join the Transformation at Loyola MedicineBe part of something extraordinary. Loyola Medicine is leading a new era of innovation with our state‑of‑the‑art Regional Clinical Laboratory—an open space concept designed to elevate operational efficiency, accelerate turnaround times, and position us for growth in emerging technologies and advanced laboratory testing methodologies.Here, you'll find more than a workplace—you’ll find a mission-driven community committed to excellence and compassion.
Employment Type: Full time; Shift: Evening Shift
About the Role
As a Medical Lab Scientist, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care by performing accurate and timely laboratory testing used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Testing domains include waived, moderate, and high‑complexity procedures. Required: Experience with waived, moderate, and high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting—through education or hands‑on work experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document laboratory testing—including pre‑analytical steps—following standard operating procedures and accreditation standards to ensure high‑quality patient care.
- Conduct and evaluate quality control procedures for tests, equipment, reagents, and media.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve testing variances by implementing corrective actions to ensure accurate, reliable results.
Requirements
- Education (Required): Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science Program, Medical Technologist, Medical Technician, Biology, Chemistry.
- Preferred Licensure/Certification: ASCP‑certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent.
- Other acceptable certifications: ASCP or HEW.
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
- Competitive Shift Differentials
- Daily Pay "NEW"
- Career Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
- Referral Rewards
- Perks Program
- Benefits summary: www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf
Pay
Pay Range: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour. Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.