Medical Lab Scientist I

About the role

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth means being part of a community dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Christ. We value each individual and strive to uplift everyone through comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and complete required training for handling hazardous waste.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection.
• Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed.

Requirements

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned.
• Fulfills the following criteria:
• Associate's degree in medical technology, clinical Laboratory, or related field (required).
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical Laboratory, or related field (preferred).
• Successfully completed a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and holds the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) (required).
• Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995, in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024 (required).

Qualifications

• MLS or MT credentialed by ASCP, AAB, or AMT (required).

Skills

• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities.
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities.
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings.

Benefits

• All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family, including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

• Night Shift

Pay

• $25.65 - $52.00

Physical Requirements

View physical requirements here

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.