Medical Lab Technologist - 10:00pm-6:30am

Saint Anthony Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Employer-matched retirement plans

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Saint Anthony Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) for the 10:00pm–6:30am shift. The role performs standardized clinical laboratory analyses used for diagnosis and treatment, with quality control, instrument maintenance, validation, and proficiency testing.

As a team member, you will operate lab instruments, ensure data integrity in the LIS, participate in QA activities, train new staff, and support POCT oversight.

Responsibilities

• Performs standardized clinical laboratory analyses to aid diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease.
• Notifies stat and critical values and communicates results with physicians and care teams.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Manages data entry in laboratory information systems and ensures data confidentiality.
• Participates in quality assessment activities and documents corrective actions.
• Trains new staff and supervises charge duties in the supervisor's absence.

Job description

Medical Lab Technologist - 10:00pm-6:30am

Saint Anthony Hospital Chicago, Illinois, United States

About this position

Position Title: MLT-Medical Lab Technologist
Shift: Compensation: $30.00-$43.00/hr
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

About Us
Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community‑centric hospital, your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.

As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality health care, we will be building a new state‑of‑the‑art hospital to serve as an anchor to the Focal Point Community Campus. Learn more at focalpointchicago.org.

Position Purpose: In compliance with state and federal law, is responsible for all standardized clinical laboratory analysis in order to provide information or materials for use by physicians in the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease or the assessment of a medical condition. Performs proficiency testing, quality control, professional consultation, instrument maintenance and validation, testing validation, testing management and other functions.

Essential Functions

• Uses the preanalytic, analytic, and postanalytic phases of the examination, such as judgment, specimen acceptability and clinical condition to examine materials or specimens taken from the human body to provide information or materials in the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of a disease or the assessment of a medical condition as required by a physician.
• Notifies appropriate individuals of stat and critical value results. Interacts with patients, their families, patient care personnel and physicians regarding test procedures and requirements.
• After proper instruction, operates scientific medical laboratory instruments, and performs any required procedures, following established departmental protocols. Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments; troubleshoots problems. Makes repairs if possible or refers problems to supervisor. Performs instrument validation as required.
• Effectively uses the functions of the computer systems in the department to enter information and locate laboratory test results and other information. Maintains confidentiality.
• Participates in the quality assessment activities of the laboratory which includes both internal and external quality control and quality performance improvement activities. Collects data, documents results and any corrective action taken.
• Instructs new employees in the performance of laboratory examinations and bench procedures; reviews results for accuracy. Serves as a resource person for the oversight of POCT (point of care testing). Prepares test reagents as required; maintains supplies and reagents inventory and reports shortages for re‑order.
• In the absence of the supervisor, may be designated to assume the charge duties.

Marginal Functions

• Performs both essential and marginal job functions in a safe manner as identified by Saint Anthony Hospital and the respective department while adhering to the Hospital’s confidentiality norms and standards. Actively and consistently demonstrates the core values of Saint Anthony Hospital in all interactions with others.
• Assumes responsibility for knowing and maintaining established hospital and departmental objectives, policies/procedures including general sanitation, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Participates in performance activities including problem identification, data collection, solution selection, implementation and evaluation. Also assists in the care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies as appropriate.
• Participates in staff meetings and other in‑services, meetings or committees as required.
• Uses independent judgment and knowledge to perform related tasks. Establishes and documents competency in all required procedures at determined intervals.
• Attends training and continuing education sessions to keep informed of technical developments. Maintains professional standards for skills and knowledge. Identifies developmental goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
  Coverage begins first day of employment
• Employer‑matched retirement plans
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Free on‑site parking

Why Join Saint Anthony Hospital

• Community‑Focused, Technology‑Driven: Work in a setting that combines advanced technology with a mission‑driven, community‑centered approach.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a strong, market‑aligned salary package.
• Innovative Environment: Be part of an exciting transformation as we transition to a new, next‑generation healthcare campus.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a close‑knit team that values communication, teamwork, and mutual support.
• Professional Growth: Grow your career in an organization that invests in development and continuous learning.
• Meaningful Impact: Serve a diverse patient population and make a real difference in their healthcare journey.
• Recognition & Excellence: Proudly recognized as a Primary Stroke Center and a respected teaching hospital shaping future healthcare professionals.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Saint Anthony Hospital is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Salary Information

$30.00-$43.00/hr