Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I - Microbiology - OSF HealthCare
PEORIA, IL 61637
About the Job
**Sign on Bonus Eligible**
1 year- $5,000
2 year- $10,000
3 year- $20,000
OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.
Expected pay for this position is $30.58 - $35.97/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs various routine and complex clinical laboratory tests according to established policies and procedures in order to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Assess test results for accuracy. Performs routine scheduled preventative maintenance, calibration, and minor problem troubleshooting on laboratory instruments. May perform blood specimen collection, training personnel and students. Independent judgment and professional education and certification are required.
Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science.
- Successful completion of the ASCP or AMT Board of Certification CLS exam within the first year of employment is also required.
- Alternative bachelor’s degrees are acceptable with successful completion of ASCP or AMT CLS certification exam prior to employment.
- Maintains current certification according to guidelines established by appropriate certifying agency.
Experience:
- Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively and communicate with patients and other health care professionals.
- High level of professionalism and skillful performance in stressful situations.
- Must possess sufficient academic, technical, and clinical skills and knowledge to evaluate, troubleshoot, research, and resolve day-to-day problems that arise or special projects as assigned by the laboratory management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
- Experience not required but 1-2 years preferred.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.