Lead Med Lab Scientist II (Overnight)

Simple Laboratories

  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 4 days ago
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    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Assaysunmatched
    • Biologyunmatched
    • Blood Bankunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Capacity Analysisunmatched
    • Chemistryunmatched
    • Clinical Dataunmatched
    • Clinical Laboratoryunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Data Qualityunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Disciplinary Actionunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Government Regulationsunmatched
    • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
    • Healthcare Customer Serviceunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administrationunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Laboratoryunmatched
    • Laboratory Equipmentunmatched
    • Laboratory Managementunmatched
    • Laboratory Techniquesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Medical Recordsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Phlebotomyunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Resource Managementunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sample/Specimen Processingunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
    • Standards of Careunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

    Description

    Simple Laboratories is looking for an Overnight Group Lead, Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP/AMT licensed individual who performs test procedures of moderate/high complexity at our Humboldt Park, Chicago laboratory location.  The Lead, MLS is expected to demonstrate competency in all assays/instrument's cross sections [Generalist] including Blood Bank.  Additionally, reporting to the Lab Manager providing team oversight and guidance as needed and serving as a technical resource for the department.
     
    Shift Schedule:  11:00 PM to 7:30 AM with alternating weekends 
     
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 
    •Demonstrate full proficiency in all duties of a Medical Lab Scientist
    •Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met. 
    •Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. 
    •Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients. 
    •Perform, review and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test. 
    •Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action in consideration of the limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and the quality of additional and/or repeat testing. 
    •Serve as a technical resource for the department by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and Business Development team.
    •Assist Lab Manager by monitoring workflow to meet testing schedules; distributing and reviewing work assignments; training employees in laboratory techniques; resolving work-related problems of staff; and providing input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions. 
    •Expedite the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments. 
    •Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. 
    •Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate and assist with the department’s annual competency testing process and documentation. 
    •Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements and reviews department activities to ensure compliance. 
    •Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, as needed. 
     
    QUALIFICATIONS 
    • 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 another national accreditation required. Meets CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
     
    Additionally, the position requires the following knowledge, skill and abilities:
    •Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty discipline. 
    •Proven leadership and problem-solving skills. 
    •Must be detail-oriented, can work independently, establish work priorities for self and other team members, to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum laboratory efficiency. 
    •Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals. 
    •Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate collaborative and cohesive relationships with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
    •Strong communication skills are necessary to handle inquiries from internal and external customers, both verbal and written.
    •Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner. 
    •Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and company LIS.

    BENEFITS
    • 401(k) 
    • 401(k) Matching
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • STD/LTD
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Critical Illness insurance
    • Accident Insurance
    About Simple Laboratories 
    Simple Laboratories is a Chicago-based growing clinical laboratory, and we're driven to set a new standard in healthcare for patient care and customer support. This means developing the most efficient processes, monitoring operations and test results tirelessly and making our services accessible to patients. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, phlebotomists, sales, IT and administrative staff and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization. Our employees are engaged, collaborative and team focused, while working together to provide the best service to our clients and patients.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    Websitehttps://www.simplelaboratories.com

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