Medical Laboratory Technologist
Carbondale, IL
Care Career
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Medical Technologist / Lab Generalist

Shift: Days
Weekends: No weekend requirement
Call: Possible call as needed; traveler must be willing
EMR: Strong Epic experience required
 

Job Overview

Seeking a Lab Generalist with Phlebotomy experience. The traveler must be highly proficient with Epic EMR and should not be submitted without strong Epic experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing across all clinical laboratory departments.
• Collect, process, and receive specimens including blood, urine, fecal, and body fluids.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for patients of all age groups.
• Perform complex laboratory procedures and identify deviations from expected results.
• Troubleshoot and resolve laboratory testing issues using scientific principles.
• Analyze quality control data and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Review instrument indicators and temperature monitors.
• Answer questions regarding test results, methodologies, test sensitivity/specificity, and factors affecting results.
• Participate in evaluation and implementation of new laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Maintain competency in laboratory skills and procedures.
• Support laboratory initiatives, policies, and quality standards.

Preferred Equipment Experience

Experience with the following is preferred but not mandatory:

• Abbott Alinity
• ACL TOP 350
• GeneXpert
• Beckman Coulter
• TORCH
• Clinitek

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field, or Associate’s degree for grandfathered personnel.
• CLS or MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification.
• New MT graduates must pass the certification exam within 6 months of employment start.
• Strong Epic EMR experience is required.
• Lab generalist and phlebotomy experience required.