Position & Client Overview:

Our client is a large health system located in the beautiful mid west region of rural Illinois three hours from the Chicagoland area. They seek a night shift medical technologist to test in their busy laboratory at their 25-bed medical center.

Salary Range: $65,000-92,000

NOTE: This opportunity comes with a $20,000 sign on bonus!

The medical center offers a well‑rounded package of employment benefits designed to support both professional growth and personal well‑being. Team members can expect competitive compensation, comprehensive health coverage, and access to ongoing training that keeps their skills sharp in a fast‑moving healthcare environment. The facility also emphasizes work–life balance, providing paid time off, retirement planning options, and supportive leadership that values collaboration and long‑term career development. Altogether, it creates an environment where employees feel appreciated, empowered, and equipped to thrive.

Life in the Chicagoland area blends big‑city energy with the comfort of diverse suburban communities, giving residents a wide range of experiences to enjoy. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lake Michigan’s shoreline, bike miles of forest preserve trails, or spend weekends at vibrant neighborhood festivals. When the weather pushes people indoors, the region offers world‑class museums, live theater, iconic music venues, and an endless rotation of restaurants that reflect Chicago’s multicultural identity. The combination of professional opportunity, cultural richness, and accessible recreation makes Chicagoland a dynamic place to build both a career and a fulfilling personal life

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

 

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

 

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

 

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• One (1) year experience, at minimum

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND