Medical Lab Technologist: Multispecialty Impact

Advocate Health; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform, evaluate, and monitor laboratory tests within established protocols, adjusting procedures to ensure timely and accurate results. This role supports critical care areas and requires strong communication and teamwork.

The position involves quality control, instrument calibration, and staff training, with certification required within one year and a degree in clinical laboratory sciences or a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences required.
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Certification within 1 year: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP BOC), or MT (AMT).

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates and monitors laboratory tests within established protocols.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance and follows reporting policies.
• Calibrates, maintains and repairs instruments; recognizes malfunctions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform, evaluate, and monitor laboratory tests within established protocols, adjusting procedures to ensure timely and accurate results. This role supports critical care areas and requires strong communication and teamwork.

The position involves quality control, instrument calibration, and staff training, with certification required within one year and a degree in clinical laboratory sciences or a related field.