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Trinity Health

Core Lab - Medical Lab Scientist

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Core Lab * Location: MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, IL * ***Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position; this position DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**. About the role ...

Trinity Health

Core Lab Medical Lab Scientist

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$31 - $45.85/hr

Area Core Laboratory * Location: MCNL, Berwyn, IL About the Job In this role, the Medical Lab Scientist- Lab Core will is responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing ...

NorthShore

Supervisor, Lab - Core Lab MLS

Evanston, IL · On-site

$35.16 - $54.50/hr

Supervisor, Lab - Core Lab MLS * Location: Evanston Hospital * Full Time/Part Time: Full Time * Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays What you will do: * Leading, mentoring ...

NorthShore

Medical Lab Scientist - Core Lab

Naperville, IL · On-site

$30.46 - $45.69/hr

Medical Lab Scientist -Generalist * Location: Edward Hospital 801 S. Washington St. Naperville, IL. * FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hrs./week) * Hours: NIGHT SHIFT 10pm- 6:30 am Monday through Friday; Includes ...

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Core Lab - Medical Lab Scientist

Core Lab - Medical Lab Scientist

Trinity Health

Berwyn, IL • On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Trinity Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 353 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

607th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Evening Shift
Description:
MacNeal Hospital, located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access from I290 and I55.
Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion-to "also treat the human spirit."
Our Vision
As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.
Hours:
  • Part- Time (24 hours per week)
  • Evening shift
  • 2:30pm to 10:30pm
  • Area: Core Lab
  • Location: MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, IL
  • ***Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position; this position DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**.

About the role
In this role, the Medical Lab Scientist is responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. This includes waived, moderate and high complexity testing. *Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a "clinical" laboratory setting through education or work experience required*
What you'll do
  • Performs all laboratory testing, including the pre-examination phase in accordance with standard operating procedures and accreditation guidelines to support the delivery of patient care.
  • Conducts and documents established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluates the results of quality control testing and implements corrective action according to established protocols to ensure the accuracy and quality of patient testing.

Here's what you'll need
Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree/OR Associate degree- Medical Laboratory Science Program
  • Specific Degree(s): Medical Technology, Medical Technician, Medical Laboratory Science

Licensure/Certifications
Preferred:
  • Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent
  • Other: Laboratory certification required (ASCP or HEW)

Perks & Benefits
  • Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
  • Competitive Shift Differentials
  • Daily Pay "NEW"
  • Career Development
  • 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
  • Perks Program

Our Promise to You
Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.
  • We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
  • We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Compensation:
Pay Range: $30.00 - $45.00 per 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.
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Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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