Medical Lab Tech (MLT) - Chemistry

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

About the role

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

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; consistently shares information obtained from external sources with co-workers.
• Educates students and new staff in assigned section.
• Assists with writing, evaluation, revisions, and implementation of 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.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Performs testing in the Chemistry area of the Clinical Laboratory using manual and automated equipment, including but not limited to general chemistry and immunology tests, Ionized Calcium, serum and urine Osmolality, specimen dilution, and reanalysis.
• 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 additional assistance as appropriate.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required)

Qualifications

Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire:

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (ASCP) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Technologist (MT) (AMT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (AMT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Technologist (MT) (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 work together to 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 $28.09 per hour - $46.91 per hour. The actual compensation offered will depend on factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.