Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I – PRN
Position Summary:
The role involves conducting various routine and complex clinical laboratory tests following established procedures to gather data for diagnosing and treating diseases. The job also entails assessing test results for accuracy, undertaking regular preventative maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments, and potentially conducting blood specimen collection and training personnel and students. The position requires independent judgment, professional education, and certification.
Required Qualifications:
– A bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science.
– Successful completion of the ASCP or AMT Board of Certification CLS exam within the first year of employment.
– Alternative bachelor’s degrees are acceptable with successful completion of ASCP or AMT CLS certification exam prior to employment.
– Maintenance of current certification per guidelines established by the appropriate certifying agency.
– Interpersonal skills for effective interaction and communication with patients and health care professionals.
– High level of professionalism and adeptness in handling stress.
– Sufficient academic, technical, and clinical skills and knowledge to evaluate, troubleshoot, research, and resolve day-to-day problems and special projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
– 1-2 years of experience preferred but not required.
The expected pay for this position ranges from $31.49 to $37.05 per hour, with actual pay determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.