Medical Lab Scientist I - IP Lab Tech (62532)
Company: Memorial Health
Location: Decatur
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Min USD $27.52/Hr. Max USD $42.65/Hr. Overview Collects,
prepares and handles specimens for analysis from patients of all
ages. Performs laboratory testings to aid in the diagnosis of
diseases. Qualifications Education: • Bachelor's degree in Medical
Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field.
Licensure/Certification/Registry: • Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP)
required within six months of hire or equivalent certification
required within one year of hire. Experience: • Prior work
experience preferred. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Moderate
physical effort. Responsibilities 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 inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees etc. as
requested by authorized personnel. Operates hospital computer
system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or
credit the patient's accounts. Perform preventative maintenance and
follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve
instrument problems. 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. Demonstrates
knowledge and theory behind instrumentation functions and
malfunctions and decides when to use "back-up" instrument. Operates
all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical
procedures with minimal supervision. Assists in
orientation/training of new employees as directed. Participates in
continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory
in-services. Assists in overall operations of the Lab including
cost effective practices and safety regulations. Assists manager in
overall departmental operations. Promotes health and safety in the
work environment. Actively participates in competency assessment
process. Maintains cross training in at least 2 technical areas
Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient
testing/results as detailed by hospital policy Assures compliance
with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Keywords: Memorial Health, Bloomington , Medical Lab Scientist I - IP Lab Tech (62532), Healthcare , Decatur, Illinois
