UnityPoint Health·Ankeny, Iowa
The Medical Laboratory Technician completes all functions of testing in Microbiology and related departments and performs support functions such as specimen processing. They are responsible for collecting, labeling, and delivering specimens while adhering to established standards and policies.
Completes all functions of testing in Microbiology and related departments. Performs support functions such as specimen processing. Collects/Obtains, labels, and delivers specimens in accordance with standards, and policies of available information systems Prioritizes, performs, judges, and reports routine and esoteric procedures within established time guidelines.
Graduate of a 2 year program for MLT with no experience or a minimum of 2 years experience in an office setting performing lab procedures Minimum Experience: 2 years. Preferred Certification/Registration: Board certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists).
Candidates must be graduates of a 2-year program for Medical Laboratory Technician or have a minimum of 2 years of experience in an office setting performing lab procedures. Preferred certification includes being board certified by ASCP.
Market context
In Iowa, Medical Laboratory Technician–Microbiology roles are typically tied to hospital and clinical lab staffing needs, where accuracy and turnaround time matter. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer ASCP board certification and hands-on lab procedure experience, while also offering benefits such as PTO, parental leave, 401(k) matching, recognition programs, and dental coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your training, certification status, and microbiology experience against the original posting before applying.
