Southern Illinois Healthcare·Carbondale, Illinois
Responsible for collecting, processing, and testing patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Duties include performing routine and complex laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and analyzing quality control data.
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Responsible for collecting, processing, and testing patient specimens for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Principal Accountabilities Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality Education Associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology Licenses and Certification Eligible to sit for MLT (ASCP) or equivalent. Experience and Skills Technical Experience: N/A Physical Activities Intermittent hand manipulation required. Intermittent lifting and carrying of 50 pounds. Role Specific Responsibilities Perform routine waived, moderately, and high complex testing. Collects, Processes and Receives specimens (including blood, urine, fecal, body fluid) to be analyzed in all departments of the clinical laboratory (listed above). Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens of analysis of all age ranges. Prepare samples for testing and send out to reference laboratories Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies. Performs complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles under direct supervision per CLIA requirements. Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning results and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision under direct supervision per CLIA requirements. Assist in troubleshooting and instrument maintenance. Participate in training programs. Wage Range MLT I – $22.29/$28.42/$34.55 MLT II Requirements Education Associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology Licenses and Certification MLT (ASCP) or equivalent. Experience and Skills Technical Experience: N/A MLT I – Entry Level Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology MLT (ASCP) or equivalent No prior technical experience required $22.29 – $34.55/hr MLT II – Experienced MLT Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology MLT (ASCP) or equivalent No specific technical experience requirement listed $24.12 – $37.39/hr MLT III – Advanced MLT Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology MLT (ASCP) or equivalent 3 years clinical laboratory experience $25.09 – $38.89/hr MLS I – Entry-Level MLS Bachelor's degree in applicable field
Certification not required 1 year laboratory experience preferred Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills $26.62 – $41.26/hr MLS II – Certified MLS Bachelor's degree in applicable field
MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification required 1 year laboratory experience required Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills $28.80 – $44.64/hr MLS III – Advanced MLS Bachelor's degree in applicable field
MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification required 3 years clinical laboratory experience Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills $29.97 – $46.45/hr Compensation (Commensurate with experience): $22.29 To $34.55 To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below: http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits
Requires an Associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology and eligibility for MLT (ASCP) certification. No prior technical experience is required for the entry-level MLT I position.
Market context
Illinois healthcare employers continue to need medical laboratory staff for routine testing, specimen processing, and quality control, especially on evening shifts that support around-the-clock operations. This role is competitive because it is entry level but still requires an Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and eligibility for MLT (ASCP) certification. Review shift expectations and certification timing carefully; the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.