Research Medical Laboratory Scientist(MLS)

Company: Edward Elmhurst Health
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Research Medical Laboratory Scientist(MLS)Position Highlights

• Position: Research Lab Associate (MT, ASCP)
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Standard business hours, Mon-Fri onsiteWhat you will do:
  • Evaluates the integrity of the test sample before performing the analysis.
  • Rotates through a minimum of three (3) Lab testing areas, performing laboratory analysis and procedures efficiently, accurately and within allocated time constraints.
  • Follows all safety standards as required by OSHA.
  • Monitors test analyses to ensure acceptable levels of analytical performance are maintained.
  • Resolves technical problems and ensures remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the Laboratory's established performance specifications. If unable to resolve these issues, refers to a supervisor immediately.
  • Ensures patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly.
  • Enters results in the Laboratory Information System either through the use of the interfaces or through manual entry in the order entry function.
  • Performs routine and advanced maintenance procedures on all instrumentation, which he/she operates, according to schedule and procedure and documents appropriately.
  • Recognizes instrument and methodological problems and takes steps to resolve them appropriately and independently and assists co-workers with similar issues.
  • Assists the inpatient units and physicians with EPIC issues relating to the Laboratory.
  • Completes variance reports for situations requiring supervisory notification and electronic incident reports, when needed.
  • Maintains records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Writes and reviews policies and procedures for their resource area and ensures that all sections are appropriate for their site or makes appropriate revisions.
  • Recruit and consent patients from a variety of NorthShore sites for research study (May require to travel to other sites).
  • Perform medical chart review and data entry.
  • Collect and deidentified leftover biological samples from clinical laboratory.
  • Ship samples to the study reference laboratory.
  • Participate in abstract, poster and manuscript preparation.What you will need:
    • Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree and the requisite courses to meet CLIA requirements for moderate to high complexity testing.
    • Experience: Four (4) years of experience in a comparable healthcare setting of moderate to high complexity testing beyond POC/Waived testing with an achieved competency level of a Laboratory Associate.
    • Certification: ASCP Required.Benefits:
      • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development.
      • Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options.
      • Tuition Reimbursement.
      • Free Parking at designated locations.
      • Wellness Program Savings Plan.
      • Health Savings Account Options.
      • Retirement Options with Company Match.
      • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
      • Community Involvement Opportunities.Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit .When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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