Medical Technologist Jobs in Crystal Lake, IL

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Dialysis Patient Care Technician - CCHT is Required

  • Streamwood, IL (18 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (18 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Mundelein, IL (13 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mundelein, IL (13 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

Patient Care Technician - Neuro Telemetry, Casual, Days

  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

experience Graduate of an accredited Nursing Assistant program or Graduate of Phlebotomy course Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Mount Prospect, IL (24 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (24 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

Patient Care Technician-Neuro Telemetry Part Time Nights

  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

experience Graduate of an accredited Nursing Assistant program or Graduate of Phlebotomy course...

Patient Care Technician CNA PCT - Surgical Services

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Details Department: Anesthesiology, Surgical Services Schedule: Full Time, Rotating. Primarily days, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Potential to flex start time earlier or later depending on caseload....

OB Tech - PRN/As Needed

  • Barrington, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Barrington, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Provides phlebotomy support as needed....

Patient Care Tech

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (24 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (24 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Details Department : Orthopedics Schedule : Part Time, Nights; 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Every other weekend, rotating holiday schedule. Hospital : Ascension Alexian Brothers Location: 800...

Patient Care Technician CNA PCT - Endoscopy GI

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Details Department : Endoscopy GI Schedule : Part Time, Days. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional weekend. Hospital : Ascension Saint Alexius Location : 1555 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, IL...

Patient Care Technician CNA PCT - Neonatal ICU

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Details Department : Neonatal ICU Schedule : Full Time, Nights. 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Every other weekend staffing required. Rotating holiday coverage. Hospital : Ascension Saint Alexius...

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 5 days ago

for taking patient history and obtain vital signs Perform basic testing or screenings such as: vision, audio, urine drug screens, breath alcohol, EKGs, pulmonary function testing Perform necessary phlebotomy...

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • Lincolnshire, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Medical Technician - Phlebotomy

  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago

At this level, specialized experience should include experience performing a variety of laboratory tests, examinations, phlebotomy, specimen collection, processing, accessioning, and testing....

Patient Transporter-Full Time Evenings

  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (5 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Description **This is a full time position at 36 hours per week located at McHenry Hospital. This position is an evening/ 2nd shift role and requires working every other weekend.**  The Patient...

Med Tech/Part-Time/3rd Shift/Good Shepherd

  • Barrington, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (11 miles from Crystal Lake, IL)
  • 8 days ago

issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical...

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Crystal Lake, IL

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Crystal Lake, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.5%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Crystal Lake, IL
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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