Laboratory - MLT

Cynet Health; Jacksonville (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Illinois is seeking a Laboratory - MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) for a 13-week contract. The role requires minimum 2 years' experience, active license, ASCP certification, and ability to work mid shift with 8-hour shifts, weekend coverage, and potential float to different areas.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, quality control, CBC, CMP, blood cultures, and use of Siemens Dimensions and Sysmex XM.

Qualifications

• Must have active license and ASCP certification.
• Experience in a hospital clinical laboratory setting is required.
• Weekend work and ability to float to different areas of the lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform CBC, CMP, blood cultures and other tests.
• Handle specimen processing and quality control tasks.
• Maintain safety and quality standards; adhere to procedures.

Skills

ABO/Rh/Antibody Screen

AHG Crossmatch

Antibody Typing

24-hour urine

Arterial Blood Gas

Blood bank skills

Culture plating

Gram Stain

Specimen Collection

Manual differential

Tools

Siemens Dimensions

Sysmex XM

Job description

Laboratory - MLT

Profession: Laboratory

Specialty: Medical Lab Technician

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Mid

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience required.

License: Active license required.

Certifications: ASCP required.

Must-Have:

• Required work setting experience: Client clinical laboratory.
• Blood bank skills/experience: ABO/Rh/Antibody Screen & ID, AHG Crossmatch, Antibody Typing: Tube Method, and more.
• Chemistry skills/experience: 24-hour urine, Acetone Analysis, Arterial Blood Gas, and more.
• Equipment skills/experience: Siemens Dimensions, Sysmex XM.
• Hematology/Coagulation skills/experience: Automated Instrument Use, Manual Differential, and more.
• Immunology/Serology skills/experience: ASO titer, Body fluids, Rheumatoid Factor, and more.
• Microbiology skills/experience: Culture plating, Cytospin, Gram Stain, and more.
• Specimen processing/handling skills/experience: Accessioning, Pipetting, Specimen Collection, and more.
• Uranalysis skills/experience: Analyzer, Crystal identification, Manual macroscopic UA, and more.
• Professional knowledge and skills: Blood specimen storage, Proper disposal, Quality assurance and controls, and more.

Description:This position requires a Medical Technologist specializing in laboratory work.The work involves various tests and procedures, including CBC, CMP, and blood cultures.The candidate will be responsible for practical laboratory tasks such as specimen processing and quality control.Weekend work and the ability to float to different areas of the laboratory are required.Experience in a hospital clinical laboratory setting is crucial.The role may include overnight shifts as needed, so flexibility is essential.Attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards are expected.The ability to work independently and as part of a team is important.Cerner experience is preferred but not mandatory.Candidates must be prepared to complete necessary compliance requirements before starting the role.