Medical Lab Scientist I

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Up to a $7,500 Sign-On Bonus Available

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100%25 Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days - 6:30 am to 3:00 pm (Rotating weekends/Holidays)

Location: 5101 Willow Springs Road, La Grange, IL 60525

The community you'll be caring for: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange

The role you'll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, conducts a variety of laboratory procedures in designated areas as licensed or certified. This role entails the analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens, requiring a moderate to high degree of both theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in the certified area(s). Laboratory testing encompasses complex diagnostic and analytic assessments of specimens, including interpreting data with precision and accuracy according to established policies and procedures. Duties customarily involve a range of pre- and post-analytical work processes depending on the campus and department and may also require participation in on-call rotations. Professionals in this position are responsible for adhering to laboratory policies and procedures while maintaining quality control practices. This role may also involve managing selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which could include workflow management, quality control processes, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem-solving for customers and coworkers, and maintenance and upgrades of department equipment or computer systems. Additionally, writing or reviewing procedures and assisting lab leadership in meeting goals across various areas such as Team, Service, Clinical, Market, and Finance may be required. A strong commitment to outstanding customer service is essential, with an emphasis on maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The role may also involve the development and implementation of policies and procedures for new equipment and/or assays, including the development of quality control procedures that outline acceptable guidelines and monitoring. The Medical Laboratory Scientist I must perform, evaluate, and accurately record quality control testing on all reportable assays and ensure routine and unscheduled maintenance is performed timely to assure proper operation of medical laboratory equipment. Applicable experience in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science, or related field required.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Facilitates workflow and support education to clinical staff as needed.

• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and complete required training for handling hazardous waste.

• May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.

• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support.

• Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.

• Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies.

• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.

• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines.

• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection.

• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.

• Other duties as assigned.   

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed:

• Associate in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or 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

• Work Experience Required

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned

• Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times

• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision

• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities

• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings

• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents

• Certified Lab Technologist (CLT) - Cert Preferred

• Medical Lab Scientist  (MLSAMT) Preferred

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLSASCP) Preferred

• Medical Technologist (MTAAB) Preferred

• Medical Technologist (MTAMT) Preferred

• Medical Technologist (MTASCP) Preferred