Medical Laboratory Technician- Microbiology- Ankeny

UnityPoint Health; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by performing essential microbiology testing and supporting laboratory operations. With a strong commitment to employee welfare, the organization provides a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to the well-being of the community, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that truly cares and experience a fulfilling career in a top-rated workplace.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K Matching

Employee Recognition Program

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 2-year program for MLT with no experience or 2 years in lab procedures.
• Preferred certification: Board certified by ASCP.

Responsibilities

• Completes all functions of testing in Microbiology and related departments.
• Performs support functions such as specimen processing.

Skills

Microbiology Testing

Specimen Processing

Lab Procedures

Education

2-year program for MLT

Tools

Lab Equipment

Job description

Overview

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Choose a career that matters with UnityPoint Health Des Moines! UnityPoint Health - Des Moines is a family of four hospitals including Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Blank Children's Hospital and Methodist West Hospital. Our team members are the compassionate core of who we are and how we serve our patients and visitors every day.

UPH Additional Information

Why UnityPoint Health?

Commitment to our Team – We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.

Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.

1. Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
2. You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind.
3. We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.

Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.

Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Responsibilities:

Completes all functions of testing in Microbiology and related departments. Performs support functions such as specimen processing.

Qualifications:

Graduate of a 2-year program for MLT with no experience or a minimum of 2 years experience in an office setting performing lab procedures. Minimum Experience: 2 years. Preferred Certification/Registration: Board certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists).