Medical Lab Scientist

Simple Laboratories is looking for Full-Time Medical Laboratory Scientist or MT's, who are ASCP/AMT licensed individual to performs test procedures of moderate/high complexity at our Humboldt Park, Chicago laboratory location.  The MLS / MLT is expected to demonstrate competency in all assays/instrument's cross sections [ Generalist ].  Additional responsibilities include instrument troubleshooting and maintenance, assay validations, including staff training and development.

 

Schedule: All Shifts 

• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established laboratory criteria.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory technical procedures according to laboratory standard operating procedures, ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• Demonstrates the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and resolves technical issues as they occur.
• Maintains a professional level of knowledge to properly analyze test results and address abnormal or atypical findings.
• Performs and documents quality control to ensure accuracy of clinical data and instrument functionality.  Takes appropriate action to resolve QC failures.
• Performs and documents routine instrument maintenance and participates in troubleshooting and corrective action as needed.
• Assists the departmental supervisor in ensuring effective utilization of staff and timely, high quality test results.
• Routinely navigates and manages workflows via Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Prepares, tests, and evaluates new reagents and controls. Maintains appropriate documentation related to these activities.
• Assists with new instrument/methodologies validations and other initiatives in support of new business growth opportunities.
• Assists in the development of SOPs and competency training modules for new and existing instrumentation/methodologies.
• Assists the departmental supervisor in staff training and development.
• Serves as subject matter expert for testing within the department, responding to questions from other employees as needed.
• Communicates critical results as necessary to external medical professionals following HIPAA guidelines. 
• Functions as departmental leader in the supervisor’s absence.
• Maintains a clean, safe, functional work environment.  Serves as a role model to others.
• Adheres to all CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA requirements; participates in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• All other duties as assigned.  

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Medical Technology program from an accredited institution required.
• Certificates/Licenses: MLS/MT (ASCP), AMT or other national accreditation required. Meets CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
• Acceptable minimum equivalent in the place of degree:  None. 
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in a high complexity laboratory.  Must be able to demonstrate competency in all assays within the designated department.
• Leadership:  Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support colleagues and coworkers, with highly developed analytical, interpersonal, collaborative, and positive communication skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand laboratory guidelines, regulations, procedures and policies. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to maintain records and complete detailed reports as required. 
• Ability to professionally and positively interact with peers, clients, and the public. 
• Must be able to critically think, troubleshoot issues, and implement necessary changes. 
• Ability to work autonomously and efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.