Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Lab Technician - Laboratory

Christie Clinic's department of Laboratory is seeking a full-time Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician from Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm at the University clinic. This position may require the ability to travel to other Champaign locations, as needed.

Duties include the performance of technical laboratory testing in the clinic Laboratory. Certification of Medical Lab Scientist by ASCP or AMT is required.

MLS/MLT JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.):

• Perform chemical analysis of blood and other body fluids to determine chemical components.
• Mount, stain and examine smears under microscope for bacteria.
• Perform hematological examinations making complete blood counts. Examine smear for WBC differential.
• Perform blood tests as ordered for patient care.
• Perform a variety of bacteriological tests.
• Perform quality control checks of instruments and solutions and test results against established standards.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures such as preparing slides and culturing media.
• Prepare reagents, stains and other chemical solutions.
• Inventory supplies and clean equipment and work areas. Dispose of contaminated materials appropriately.
• Prepare, follow, and maintain laboratory procedures.
• Log patient specimens and enter test results on worksheets.
• Enter results into Laboratory computer.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Fill in during Coordinator’s absence.
• Perform related work as required.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:

• Certification as Medical Lab Scientist by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)

OR

• Certification as Medical Lab Scientist by American Medical Technologists(AMT)

** MLS/MLT: Medical Laboratory Scientist (AMT) within 1 year or Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) within 1 year or Medical Technologist (AMT) within 1 year or Medical Technologist (ASCP) within 1 year.

A MLS/MLT without certification would be hired as a MLS/MLT for 1 year, after 1 year certification would be required or reduced to Intermediate Lab assistant

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in science, Chemical, Physical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, which includes course work meeting the requirements for ASCP or AMT certification. (New graduates must provide degree/transcripts within twelve (12) weeks of hire.)

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity and normal color perception is mandatory. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a laboratory setting with frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.

Medical Lab Scientist pay range: $28.06 /hr. - $38.58 /hr.

Medical Lab Technician pay range: $24.86 /hr. - $34.18 /hr.

We also offer a substantial benefits package, including:

· Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday)

· Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

· 401k Plan

· Medical Flexible Spending Account

· Health Insurance

· Group Term Life Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Identity Theft Protection

· Vision Insurance

· Long Term Disability

· Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance