IL Medical Lab Technician - prn

Deaconess Health System; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Payactiv wage access

Flexible work schedules

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Crossroads Community Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine and specialized tests on blood and body fluids. You will ensure accurate results through strict quality control, conduct instrument checks, and maintain records in compliance with policies and regulations.

The role involves data entry, test ordering, and charting results while supporting patient care across neonatal to geriatric populations. BLS and state certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in medical laboratory technology or equivalent.
• Documentation of biology and chemistry coursework with hands-on clinical exposure.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized moderate/high complexity lab tests on blood and body fluids.
• Adhere to quality control to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Perform instrument checks and preventative maintenance per policies.
• Maintain records and regulatory data; data entry and ordering tests.
• Assist in care of neonatal to geriatric patients and teach staff as needed.
• Support patient care and uphold hospital mission and values.

Skills

Quality control

Data entry

Lab instrumentation knowledge

Training/teaching

Education

Associate degree from an accredited medical laboratory technician program

60 semester hours biology and chemistry + 3 years clinical lab experience or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview:

Performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on all types of blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. Ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to a strict quality control program. Performs instrument function checks and preventative maintenance procedures according to departments policies and procedures. Maintains records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements. Responsible for routine clerical duties including data entry /ordering tests, diagnosis entry, retrieval of results, charting and faxing results as needed. Demonstrates competence in care of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Maintains the Mission and Values of the Crossroads Community Hospital. Teaches new employees and students laboratory policies and procedures. Assists as needed in all laboratory areas as required to maintain appropriate patient care.

Education:

Associates degree from an accredited medical laboratory technician program or associate's degree and a least 60 semester hours from an accredited university including biology and chemistry and three years full time clinical laboratory experience or successful completion of equivalent training program.

Experience:

One to two years' experience preferred.

Licenses/Certificates:

Registration as a Medical Lab Technician, MLT (ASCP), MLT(AMT), HEW, or CLS (NCA) or equivalent preferred. Must possess current card from the American Heart Association for Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers (required within one month of employment). Obtain and maintain drug screen collection and breath alcohol certification

Compensation:

Hourly Range- $23.88-$35.82

Incentives:

Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.

Bonus:

Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.

Benefits:

We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

• - Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
• - Tuition reimbursement
• - Student Loan Repayment Program
• - Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
• - Career advancement opportunities

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