MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

at Morris Hospital in Morris, Illinois, United States

Job Description

+ DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

+ A person who performs a variety of laboratory tasks most of which are routine but may be complex in nature in an up-to-date medical laboratory, and may involve numerous steps and techniques and require use of professional judgment. Tests may be performed in Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis and Serology.

+ QUALIFICATIONS

+ Professional/Educational

+ 48 semester hours are required in chemistry, biological sciences, mathematics or physics.

+ Laboratory training culminating in National Certification: MT (CLS), (AMT), MT (HEW), HT (ASCP) or equivalent in experience. If not certified, must achieve certification within 18 months of hire.

+ Must be able to perform all of the routine tests (those tests performed 90 – 95% of the time) usually performed in an up-to-date medical lab.

+ Personal

+ Evidence of good health, grooming and professional conduct.

+ Desire and ability to cooperate with and/or under the direction of others.

+ Possesses a sense of responsibility, initiative and honesty.

+ Ability to follow directions accurately.

+ Appreciation of and desire to be a part of a health care team dedicated to providing patients optimal care.

+ Ability to work closely with Medical Technologists, other technicians, patients, physicians, nurses and other employees.

Actual pay will be determined by qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

+ Medical, dental, vision plans

+ Paid time off

+ Retirement plan, including immediate 100% vesting

+ Life insurance

+ Disability coverage

+ Nurse residency program

+ Wellness program

+ Health club / gym membership reimbursement

+ Reward & Recognition programs

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Employee Assistance Program

https://www.morrishospital.org/careers/employee-benefits/#medical—dental—vision-and-flexible-spending-account