Medical Laboratory Scientist MULTIPLE OPENINGS AVAILABLE
Lakeview, IL - USA
Job Summary
Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist
Location: Lakeview OR
Duties: Conduct routine and complex laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures. Collect test and store blood; maintain blood bank records; perform blood bank procedures. Perform and observe chemical tests on patients specimens and record all results. Use and maintain all laboratory equipment. Receive blood specimens perform blood tests and study morphology of blood components. Perform bacteriological tests on body fluids exudates skin scrapings and surgical specimens. Perform immunological and serological tests on body fluids and other specimens and document all test results. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures based on thorough knowledge of test requirements; assist in clinical laboratory sample reference preparation. Remain current on State and Federal regulations related to position and duties. Follow all protocols regarding safety precautions as defined by facility policy and OSHA regulations. Study blood samples for use in transfusions by identifying the number of cells the cell morphology or the blood group blood type and compatibility with other blood types. Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment such as microscopes and cell counters. Discuss results and findings of laboratory tests and procedures with physicians. Participate in shared on-call rotation outside of normal staffing hours including weekends nights and holidays. Exposure to infectious specimens/potential infections via patient contact during specimen collection.
Education: Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a closely related science (foreign equivalent accepted) and
Requirements: Board Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
All experience skills and requirements may be gained concurrently.
What we offer:
Benefits
- Medical Dental and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account option
- Employer-paid basic life accidental death and long-term disability insurance
- A confidential Employee Assistance Program through Canopy Wellbeing
- Eligible for pension plan after completing one year of employment
- Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan
- Plus additional perks
Retention Bonus
- $2000 retention bonus after completing three years of full-time employment. After that $3000 retention bonus upon completing each five-year period.
Please refer to Job #LAB01-2026.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
“To care for our community with respect and compassion through excellence and teamwork.” Mission Statement, Lake Health District