Job Description
Overview
Sign on Bonus Available!!!
$10,000 greater than 1yr of experience
$5,000 less than 1yr of experience
$2,500 Relocation Bonus Available (greater than 50 miles)
(external candidates only)
The Medical Technologist is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis of simple, moderate and highly complex testing, instrument maintenance and quality control. Other related duties may include specimen collection, specimen labeling and storing, and the use of automated and manual equipment for testing. Demonstrates and applies understanding of scientific theories and principles of laboratory results to clinical conditions.
Qualifications
Certifications: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (AMT) within 1 year - American Medical Technologists (AMT)American Medical Technologists (AMT); Medical Technologist (MT) (ASCP) within 1 year - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) within 1 year - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); Medical Technologist (MT) (AMT) within 1 year - American Medical Technologists (AMT)American Medical Technologists (AMT), Education: Bachelor‘s Degree: Clinical Laboratory Science, Work Experience:
Responsibilities
Performs testing in the clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in laboratory to include 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.Performs calibrations and routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to laboratory protocols.Perform 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 test results and information with internal and external customers as appropriate in an accurate, timely, effective and professional manner according to facility policies and procedures.Recognize problems that require additional troubleshooting, perform troubleshooting or seek additional assistance as appropriate.Successfully participates in all accreditation and other proficiency testing and annual performance competencies. After deemed competent in department, assists leadership with signing off other staff members annual competency.Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment by focusing on multi-tasking and prioritizing workload.Complete 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 requiredPerforms testing in the clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in laboratory to include 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. Notifies Section Supervisor or Lead Tech of any calibration, quality control or equipment failures which cannot be immediately resolved. Follow the laboratory‘s established corrective action policies and procedures whenever the test systems are not within the laboratory‘s established acceptable level of performance. Ensure proper corrective action documentation. Records, reports and monitors all patient data following proper validation, procedure and documentation. Notifies appropriate laboratory staff when supplies are below established par levels. Recognize test results and instrument function problems that require additional troubleshooting perform troubleshooting or seek additional assistance as appropriate. Maintain a clean, stocked and safe department. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with all regulatory agencies. Performs department and shift specific duties as assigned.
About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. 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 our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.
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.
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. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $30.62per hour - $52.67per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation package, Shift work