Medical Technologist — Acute Care Lab Specialist

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform and monitor laboratory testing, evaluate results for clinical significance, and ensure quality and efficiency in a high-demand setting. The role includes calibration, instrument maintenance, and adherence to accreditation standards to support critical care departments.

The position requires ASCP or AMT certification pathways within 1 year, and a degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or related field.
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests within established protocols and adjusts workflow to complete work on time.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness.
• Performs calibration, maintenance and repair of instruments; detects and corrects malfunctions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Advocate Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform and monitor laboratory testing, evaluate results for clinical significance, and ensure quality and efficiency in a high-demand setting. The role includes calibration, instrument maintenance, and adherence to accreditation standards to support critical care departments.

The position requires ASCP or AMT certification pathways within 1 year, and a degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology.