Medical Technologist (MT/MLT) - Full Time - First Shift

American Addiction Centers

81d • $24 - $45

About The Position

The position is a full-time role at Advocate Health, specifically within the WI ACL Laboratories in AMC Burlington. It is classified as a 0.8 FTE, requiring eight shifts per two-week pay period, typically scheduled from 0600 to 1430 with a half-hour lunch. The role includes working every third weekend and participating in a holiday rotation. The position qualifies for a full-time benefits package, with a pay range of $24.85 to $45.25.

Requirements

• Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year.
• Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology or related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols.
• Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustments to complete work in an appropriate time frame.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness.
• Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Performs and documents calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction; evaluates and implements appropriate corrections.
• Performs, documents, and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol.
• Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated.
• Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing.
• Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provides general direction, training, competency review, and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
• Assists in the development of education and training protocols; instructs students, residents, and new team members as assigned.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes.
• Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards, supporting CAP Regulatory requirements in an acute setting.
• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry.
• Supports the disease-specific accreditations of an institution by meeting turnaround time goals.
• Provides direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU, and OR during high acuity patient events.

Benefits

• 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
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees