Medical Technologist Jobs in Mchenry, 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 (23 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (23 miles from Mchenry, 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 CNA PCT - Labor and Delivery

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Details Department : Labor and Delivery Schedule : Part Time, Nights. 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Every third weekend, occasional holidays. Hospital : Ascension Saint Alexius Location : 1555 Barrington...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Mundelein, IL (13 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mundelein, IL (13 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 21 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
  • 1 day ago
  • McHenry, IL
  • 1 day 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-Neuro Telemetry Part Time Nights

  • McHenry, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • McHenry, IL
  • 1 day ago

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

Patient Care Technician CNA PCT - Surgical Services

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, 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 (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Provides phlebotomy support as needed....

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

  • McHenry, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • McHenry, 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 (21 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (21 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 6 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 (21 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (21 miles from Mchenry, 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
  • 8 days ago
  • McHenry, IL
  • 8 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...

Technician - Nuclear Med Tech

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a Technician-Nuclear Med Tech for a travel assignment in Pleasant Prairie Wisconsin. At TotalMed, our aim is to be the last company you ever work with. We prove it, too, with the...

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

  • Barrington, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, 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...

Nuclear Med Tech

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (23 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Description: As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you'll prepare radiopharmaceuticals and other medications used to diagnose and treat specialized conditions. Nuclear Med Techs are radioactive...

PCT-Patient Care Technician

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (14 miles from Mchenry, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Details Department : Emergency Department Schedule : Part Time, Nights. 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Every other weekend, occasional holidays. Hospital : Ascension Saint Alexius Location : 1555...

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Mchenry, IL

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Mchenry, 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 Mchenry, 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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