Medical Lab Tech MLS​/MT

Overview

The Medical Technologist performs and evaluates complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic and bacteriological analyses. Ensures communication of test results as appropriate.

• Certifications:
  
  Medical Technologist (MT) (ASCP) within 1 year;
  Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) within 1 year;
  Medical Technologist (MT) (AMT) within 1 year;
  Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (AMT) within 1 year.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Work Experience:
  
  One year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Performs testing in the clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment.
• Stores and labels specimens and prepares specimens using manual and automatic equipment.
• Performs analytical tests accurately, safely and within established time periods.
• Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to laboratory protocols.
• Maintains laboratory supply inventory.
• Performs various quality control and quality assurance procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations and protocols.
• Evaluates acceptability as associated with department testing.
• Communicates information with internal and external customers in an accurate, timely, effective and professional manner.
• Recognizes problems that require additional troubleshooting, performs troubleshooting or seeks additional assistance as appropriate.
• Participates in all accreditation and other proficiency testing and annual performance competencies.
• Develops educational materials and shares knowledge; educates students and new staff in assigned section.
• Assists with writing, evaluating, revising and implementing policies and procedures.
• Completes continuing education as required by Lab policy and to maintain certification if applicable.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses.

Carle Health offers opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and lifelong careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The compensation range for this position is $30.62 per hour – $52.67 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.