MLT/MLS Evening shift

Southern Illinois Hospital Services•Carbondale, IL

About The Position

Responsible for collecting, processing, and testing patient specimens to support the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The role performs routine waived, moderately complex, and high-complexity testing and handles specimens across all age ranges. Work is performed under indirect supervision where specified, in accordance with CLIA requirements. The position requires an associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology and MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent. The posting identifies an evening shift. Compensation is commensurate with experience, ranging from $24.12 to $37.39. Benefits information is available through the employer’s Benefits Guide/Plan Information link.

Requirements

Associate degree in applied science in Medical Laboratory Technology.
MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Collect, process, and receive specimens, including blood, urine, fecal, and body fluid specimens, for analysis in clinical laboratory departments.
Perform routine waived, moderately complex, and high-complexity testing.
Evaluate and solve problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens and analysis across all age ranges.
Prepare samples for testing and send specimens to reference laboratories.
Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies.
Perform complex laboratory procedures and recognize deviations from expected results.
Analyze and correct problems using scientific principles under indirect supervision per CLIA requirements.
Analyze quality control data, assess results, and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision under indirect supervision per CLIA requirements.
Assist with troubleshooting and instrument maintenance, including troubleshooting and resolving instrument failures.
Participate in training programs, comparison studies, and validation of new equipment.
Ensure proper quality control measures are in place.