Medical Laboratory Technician
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical laboratory technician jobs in Illinois post a median of $28.09 an hour, the middle half $26.63–$30.56, across 8 jobs that state their pay. Medical laboratory technicians employed in Illinois earn a median of $34.59 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Focused on the Future of Care
We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.
Position Type
On-site
Job Description Summary
Collects and prepares specimens from patients of all ages for laboratory analysis. Performs laboratory analysis on laboratory specimens to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Job Description
Licensure/Certification/Registry
- Registered as Medical Lab Technician (MLT) through ASCP or registered as a MLT through AMT required.
Responsibilities
- Provides care as directed to meet the needs of patients of all ages.
- Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results.
- Obtains blood and other body fluids from patients of all ages, employees etc. as requested by authorized personnel.
- Operates hospital computer system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or credit the patients’ accounts.
- Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
- SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
- COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
- QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
- EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
- Perform preventative maintenance and follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve instrument problems.
- Operates all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical procedures with minimal supervision.
- Maintains at least cross training in at least two areas of the lab.
- Assists in orientation/training of new employees as directed.
- Participates in continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory inservices.
- Assists in overall operations of the Lab including cost effective practices and safety regulations.
- Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
- Actively participates in competency assessment process.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Pay Transparency
$24.04 - $37.26
Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.
From Memorial Health (Illinois)'s job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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