Medical Lab Tech (MLS/MT)

Sign-on bonus available: $10,000 for candidates with greater than 1 year of experience, $5,000 for candidates with less than 1 year of experience (external candidates only).

About the role

Medical Laboratory Scientists at Carle Health utilize cutting-edge technology to perform and evaluate complex chemical, biological, and microscopic analyses. They collaborate with caregivers across the organization to ensure critical information is available for excellent patient care.

Opportunities for personal and professional growth include a professional career ladder, a Laboratory Partnership Council, and participation in various committees. Laboratory professionals at Carle Health practice at a Magnet-designated hospital, ranked as one of America’s 50 Best, utilizing evidence-based practices to maintain high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing in the clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment.
• Performs related duties in the laboratory, including storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimens and perform analytical tests.
• Performs testing accurately, safely, and within established time periods for routine, urgent, and stat testing.
• 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 accurately, timely, effectively, and professionally.
• Recognizes problems requiring additional troubleshooting, performs troubleshooting, or seeks additional assistance as appropriate.
• Successfully participates in all accreditation and proficiency testing, as well as annual performance competencies.
• Develops educational materials and shares knowledge; educates students and new staff in assigned sections.
• Assists with writing, evaluating, revising, and implementing policies and procedures.
• Completes Continuing Education as required by lab policy and to maintain certification if applicable.
• Follows and maintains familiarity with laboratory and organizational policies and procedures; reviews as required.
• Successfully completes and maintains all requirements for MLS level II and III as outlined in the Professional Laboratory Advancement Program.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Performs testing in the following sections of the clinical laboratory: Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, and Microbiology, including specimen processing.
• Uses manual and automated equipment to perform analytical tests, including but not limited to: manual WBC and body fluid differentials, manual body fluid cell counts, specimen dilutions, gram stains, molecular assays, and antibody identification and titers.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of calibration or equipment failures that cannot be immediately resolved.
• Maintains laboratory supply inventory, notifying appropriate laboratory staff when supplies are below established par levels.
• Reports any values outside of acceptable ranges that cannot be resolved to the appropriate laboratory staff member.
• Recognizes test result or instrument function problems requiring additional troubleshooting; performs troubleshooting or seeks assistance as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological Science, or Medical Technology.
• Work experience in a clinical laboratory.

Qualifications

Certification required within 1 year of hire:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (AMT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Technologist (MT) (ASCP) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Technologist (MT) (AMT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

About Us

At Carle Health, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and communities. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College.

Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $30.62 per hour – $52.67 per hour. The actual compensation offered will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. Learn more about our benefits.