MLT II - Generalist

BJC HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Alton Memorial Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, seeks a MLT/MLS II to perform routine and complex testing on blood and specimens in the AMH Main Lab. The role includes operating instrumentation, QC, and reporting results through the lab system, with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

New graduates are welcome; ASCP/AMT/AAB eligibility or certification through equivalent bodies is preferred, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot equipment in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Life/biology or related field required.
• Certification eligible or ASCP/AMT/AAB eligible is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate lab results.

Responsibilities

• Report patient test results via the LIS with timely turnaround times.
• Perform routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens.
• Operate instrumentation and perform quality controls and basic maintenance.
• Train new personnel on procedures and equipment in the assigned area.
• Identify and resolve testing or quality issues and participate in process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Quality control

Training others

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

MLT/MLS II – Generalist | Evenings/Nights

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing on blood and other specimens.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and ensure accurate, timely results.
• Perform quality control and basic instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Review and report patient test results through the laboratory computer system.
• Assist with training new laboratory team members on procedures and equipment.
• Identify and resolve testing or quality issues and participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Schedule

• Evening/Night shift
• Evening hours: 10:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
• Night hours: 8:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.
• Every third weekend
• Holiday rotation

Location

AMH Main Lab

Experience / Preferred Qualifications

• New graduates are welcome to apply
• MLT/MLS certification through ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent, or certification eligible
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, quality laboratory results
• Ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and work effectively in a fast‑paced laboratory environment

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five‑county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24‑hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

The Blood Bank department consists of the analytical testing area that includes the testing for blood type and the supply of all needed blood products for transfusion.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Medical Lab Technician (MLT) II (REG) performs specimen processing and routine / complex testing on blood and other specimens which requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges. Maintains appropriate documentation of all activities as required. Demonstrates good laboratory practice

Responsibilities

• Reports and maintains record of patient test results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turn around times for routine testing and stats.
• Documents patient test management problems/concerns on quality documents and initiates corrective action.
• Performs quality controls for all equipment and troubleshoots malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary. Monitors quality control performance and corrects any problems and or reports any problems to the appropriate department.
• Operates all instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results. Performs laboratory procedures for specimen collection, processing, test analysis.
• Trains new personnel in methods, procedures and use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate's Degree
• Physical/Life Science/related

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv or elig

Preferred Requirements

• Experience <2 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

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At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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