Memorial Health

Medical Lab Scientist I (ASCP)

Memorial Health  •  $27.52 - $42.65/hr  •  Taylorville, IL (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Min

USD $27.52/Hr.

Max

USD $42.65/Hr.

Collects, prepares and handles specimens for analysis from patients of all ages. Performs laboratory testings to aid in the diagnosis of diseases. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Schedule

Full Time, Night Shift

9:00pm-6:30am

Every other weekend

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP) required within six months of hire or equivalent certification required within one year of hire.

Experience:

Prior work experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Moderate physical effort.

Responsibilities

  • Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results.
  • Obtains blood and other body fluids from inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees etc. as requested by authorized personnel.
  • Operates hospital computer system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or credit the patient’s accounts.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve instrument problems.
  • Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
    • SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
    • COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
    • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
    • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.

  • Demonstrates knowledge and theory behind instrumentation functions and malfunctions and decides when to use “back-up” instrument.
  • Operates all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical procedures with minimal supervision.
  • Assists in orientation/training of new employees as directed.
  • Participates in continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory in-services.
  • Assists in overall operations of the Lab including cost effective practices and safety regulations.
  • Assists manager in overall departmental operations.
  • Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
  • Actively participates in competency assessment process.
  • Maintains cross training in at least 2 technical areas
  • Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed by hospital policy
  • Assures compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • Memorial Health

    About Memorial Health

    Memorial Health is one of the leading healthcare organizations in Illinois—a responsibility we are proud to uphold. Founded in 1897 to meet the expanding needs of our communities, we have assembled an ever-growing team and vast resources.

    Dedicated to unsurpassed excellence in care, education, and research, our community-based, not-for-profit corporation features a team of nearly 10,000 strong throughout eight state-of-the-art affiliates offering a broad array of vital services. Yet what matters equally is the size of our heart. Our ambitions. And our potential to do bigger and better things.

    We’re achieving our goals by developing academic alliances with other respected institutions, including the BJC HealthCare Collaborative and the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. By earning important credentials and accreditations. By making a real investment in employee development. And by building upon our reputation for excellence on the regional level, with the goal of realizing national prominence.

    Industry
    Healthcare & Social Services
    Company Size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Springfield, IL
    Year Founded
    Unknown
    Website
    memorial.health
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