Il-Mt/Mlt

generis Tek•Rushville, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT) obtains, processes, and analyzes patient specimens to produce accurate laboratory data used in diagnosing and treating disease. The role follows laboratory policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements; identifies results requiring referral to the Pathologist; and provides professional, patient-centered service. The position involves working independently and performing testing across multiple laboratory disciplines, including Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Hematology, and Serology. Duties include analyzer maintenance and quality control, Emergency Department specimen processing (including phlebotomy and arterial blood gas collection), testing clinic specimens delivered after hours, completing scheduled inpatient laboratory draws each morning, communicating critical values to providers, and informing the day shift of inventory or supply needs. This is a 13-week contract in Rushville, Illinois, scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The listed pay rate is $45–$48 per hour.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited MLT/CLS or MT/MLS program.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Applied Science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science discipline.
Current ASCP or AMT certification is required.
Ability to work independently and perform testing across multiple laboratory disciplines.
Phlebotomy competency for patients from neonatal to geriatric.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related laboratory experience or training is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience with Vitros 7600, Clinitek, Prime Plus (ABGs), DxH 690, Ortho Gel Workstation, LIAT, Bactec, or TOP 300 equipment.

Responsibilities

Obtain, receive, process, analyze, and report accurate laboratory specimen results.
Perform testing in Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Blood Gas, and Phlebotomy.
Recognize abnormal test results and refer critical values to the Pathologist when required.
Perform and document quality control procedures and follow quality assurance guidelines.
Screen tests for medical necessity requirements and follow reference laboratory and interface protocols.
Follow drug screening and BAT protocols according to client-specific requirements.
Operate, monitor, and maintain laboratory equipment safely and correctly.
Demonstrate phlebotomy competency for patients of all ages, from neonatal to geriatric.
Maintain compliance with infection control practices, universal precautions, and safety regulations.
Adhere to hospital policies and regulatory requirements, including IDPH, OSHA, CMS, HIPAA, and DHHS standards.
Complete required education, attend in-services and staff meetings, and review departmental communications.
Adapt to changing workloads and complete patient care duties within scheduled shifts.
Communicate respectfully and professionally with patients, families, providers, and staff.
Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
Promote teamwork and organizational values, and participate in quality and culture initiatives.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Perform analyzer maintenance and quality control procedures.
Process Emergency Department specimens, including phlebotomy and arterial blood gas collection.
Test clinic specimens delivered after hours.
Complete scheduled inpatient or floor laboratory draws each morning.
Communicate critical laboratory values to providers in accordance with hospital policy.
Notify the day shift of inventory or supply needs to help ensure uninterrupted operations.