Lab Core - Medical Lab Scientist, Days

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Location: Maywood, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00am–3:30pm | 40 hrs/week
Additional: Rotating weekends & holidays

Join the Transformation at Loyola Medicine

Be part of something extraordinary. Loyola Medicine is leading a new era of innovation with our state‑of‑the‑art Regional Clinical Laboratory—an open space concept designed to elevate operational efficiency, accelerate turnaround times, and position us for growth in emerging technologies and advanced laboratory testing methodologies.

Here, you'll find more than a workplace—you’ll find a mission-driven community committed to excellence and compassion.

About the Role

As a Medical Lab Scientist, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care by performing accurate and timely laboratory testing used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Testing domains include waived, moderate, and high‑complexity procedures.  Required: Experience with waived, moderate, and high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting—through education or hands‑on work experience.

What You’ll Do

• Perform and document laboratory testing—including pre‑analytical steps—following standard operating procedures and accreditation standards to ensure high‑quality patient care.
• Conduct and evaluate quality control procedures for tests, equipment, reagents, and media.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve testing variances by implementing corrective actions to ensure accurate, reliable results.

What You’ll Need

Education (Required)

Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate Degree in one of the following:

• Medical Laboratory Science Program
• Medical Technologist
• Medical Technician
• Biology
• Chemistry

Preferred Licensure/Certification

• ASCP‑certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent
• Other acceptable certifications: ASCP or HEW

Why Loyola Medicine?

• Mission‑driven culture with a strong commitment to innovation, compassion, and community.
• Opportunity to contribute to a rapidly advancing Regional Clinical Laboratory.
• Be part of a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, and cutting‑edge technology.

Perks & Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Competitive Shift Differentials 
• Daily Pay "NEW"
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Pay Range: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour 

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. 

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.