Medical Laboratory Technician

About the role

Performs laboratory analysis on received specimens, providing clinical information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Responsible for overall quality, efficiency, and safety in the performance of assigned technical duties.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non‑conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, e.g., contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary or sets up service when appropriate.
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for authorities such as CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real‑time communications shift‑to‑shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems that may affect patient care or department operation.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through staff meetings, task forces or projects.
• Willingly performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Works in a fast‑paced clinical environment containing bio‑hazardous (infectious) materials, chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards.
• May involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending and lifting loads ranging from 20 lb to 50 lb.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
• MLT registry eligibility or equivalent required.
• MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent certification required within one year of hire.
• MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification obtained through U.S. military medical laboratory training programs by an accredited institution is acceptable.

Pay

Pay range: $24.10 – $36.15 per hour, based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Schedule

• Full‑time, 40 hours per week.
• Third‑shift position: 7 nights on, 7 nights off.
• Sign‑on bonus eligible (based on eligibility).

Benefits

• Base compensation within the listed pay range.
• Premium pay such as shift differentials, on‑call, etc.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual performance‑based increases.
• Paid time off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined‑contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed by the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It provides care under the names Advocate Health Care (Illinois), Atrium Health (Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama), and Aurora Health Care (Wisconsin). Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health serves nearly 6 million patients, participates in hundreds of clinical trials, and is nationally recognized for expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, rehabilitation, organ transplants, burn treatment, and specialized musculoskeletal programs. The organization employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs.