Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Blood Bank - Per Diem

Hourly Pay Range: $30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Blood Bank - Per Diem Location: Northwest Community Laboratory Full Time/Part Time: Resource - Per Diem Hours: 7am-3:30pm, weekends and holidays as well per dept needs. What you will do: Performs high complexity and moderate complexity testing accurately and efficiently. Perform blood bank testing including ABO/Rh typing, antibody identification, and cross-matching. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of test results. Adhere to regulatory and accreditation standards (CAP, AABB, CLIA). Perform quality control and equipment maintenance. Assist in inventory management of blood products and reagents. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other laboratory staff to ensure timely transfusion support. Participate in continuing education and competency assessments. What you will need : Education: Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory scientist or equivalent. Certification: Certification by ASCP (MLS or equivalent) preferred. Experience: One year of working in Blood Bank experience preferred. Unique or Preferred Skills: Strong understanding of immunohematology principles. Ability to work independently and under pressure in emergency situations. Benefits: Premium pay for eligible employees Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best". Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.