Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Technician/Full-Time/3rd Shift/South Suburban

About the role

The position involves performing, evaluating, and monitoring laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, and assisting in improving laboratory procedures and processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
• Makes necessary adjustments to workflow to complete work in an appropriate timeframe.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness.
• Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Documents calibration and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
• Documents quality control and takes corrective action when indicated.
• Recognizes indicators of test or instrument malfunction and makes basic corrections or notifies supervisors.
• Performs and documents internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provides technical assistance to phlebotomists and support staff.
• Supports critical care departments such as the ED, ICU, and OR during high acuity patient events, including transfusion services, attending codes, and performing testing on irretrievable samples.

Requirements

• Obtain Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification within 1 year from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Lab Technician or related field.
• No experience required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in and out of the workplace.

Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques.
• Ability to follow established protocols and policies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including:

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and 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
• Education Assistance Program

Pay

$24.10 - $46.05 per hour

Schedule

Full-time 3rd shift hours from 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. with rotating weekends and holidays.