Microbiology - Medical Lab Scientist
Employment Type: Full time • Shift: Day Shift
About the role
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.
If you are interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting through education or work experience required.
- Perform all laboratory testing, including the pre-examination phase in accordance with standard operating procedures and accreditation guidelines to support the delivery of patient care.
- Conduct and document established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluate the results of quality control testing and implement corrective action according to established protocols to ensure the accuracy and quality of patient testing.
- Participate in the validation of laboratory methods and procedures to meet the changing health care needs of our patients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
- Laboratory certification required (ASCP or HEW).
Qualifications
Preferred: Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent.
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental).
- Daily Pay now available.
- Competitive Shift Differentials.
- Career Development and 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 and Perks Program.
Pay
Pay Range: $30.00 – $45.00/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.